ARINAC FORTE 400MG/60MG TAB

Overview

ARINAC FORTE 400MG/60MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

ARINAC FORTE 400MG/60MG TAB is composed of: IBUPROFEN (400.0 MG), PSEUDOEPHEDRINE (60.0 MG)

Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body. Ibuprofen is used to reduce fever and treat pain or inflammation caused by many conditions such as a headache, toothache, back pain, arthritis, menstrual cramps, or minor injury. This medicine can be used in children and adolescents of all ages.

Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Pseudoephedrine is used to treat nasal and sinus congestion, or congestion of the tubes that drain fluid from your inner ears, called the eustachian (yoo-STAY-shun) tubes.

Usage

IBUPROFEN is generally used to treat: Arthritis
IBUPROFEN can address symptoms like: Head Headache, Back Pain

PSEUDOEPHEDRINE can address symptoms like: Nasal Congestion

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for ARINAC FORTE 400MG/60MG TAB and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with high blood pressure, blood disorders, bleeding problem, heart disease, blood vessel disease, asthma, nose polyps, kidney or liver disease, diabetes, dehydration, alcohol abuse, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. It may cause stomach bleeding or ulcer; if it so consult with your doctor. Avoid alcohol consumption.
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of high blood pressure, increased eye pressure, sugar, difficulty in urinating, thyroid or heart disease, intestinal blockage, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Do not take appetite control medicines while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

IBUPROFEN over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Drowsiness, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Fainting
PSEUDOEPHEDRINE over-dosage can result in: Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Hallucinations, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Common Side-Effects

IBUPROFEN : Diarrhoea, Head Headache, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Constipation
PSEUDOEPHEDRINE : Nausea, Vomit, Difficulty Sleeping, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nervousness

Serious Side-Effects

IBUPROFEN : Heart Failure, Easy Bruising, Mood Swings, Fatigue (tiredness), Weight Gain

Rare Side-Effects

IBUPROFEN : Skin Rash, Body Itching, Face Swelling, Difficulty Breathing
PSEUDOEPHEDRINE : Skin Rash, Irregular Heartbeat, Mood Swings, Anxiety, Difficulty Urinating, Difficulty Breathing, Body Itching

Disease Interactions

PSEUDOEPHEDRINE can interfere with: Cerebrovascular Insufficeincy, Hyperthyroidism, Pheochromocytoma, Intestinal Obstruction, Phenylketonuria, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Prostate Cancer, Diabetes Mellitus, Glaucoma

Technical Classification

PSEUDOEPHEDRINE is categorized as: DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Available Alternatives for ARINAC FORTE 400MG/60MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ARINAC FORTE 400MG/60MG TAB

INR 13 for 6 TABLETS

IBUPROFEN 400.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 60.0 MG