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Arkacetam is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Myoclonus. Secondary and off-label uses of Arkacetam have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Arkacetam depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Arkacetam also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Rash, Confusion. Some other side effects of Arkacetam have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Arkacetam go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Arkacetam is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Arkacetam related warnings talks about Arkacetam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Arkacetam are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Arkacetam may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Arkacetam, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Arkacetam is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Arkacetam is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Arkacetam safe for pregnant women?
Arkacetam can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Arkacetam right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Arkacetam safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Arkacetam may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Arkacetam should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Arkacetam on the Kidneys?
Arkacetam has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Arkacetam on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Arkacetam on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Arkacetam on the Heart?
Arkacetam has very mild side effects on the heart.
Arkacetam should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Arkacetam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Arkacetam habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Arkacetam.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Arkacetam you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Arkacetam only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Arkacetam has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Arkacetam
Taking Arkacetam with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Arkacetam
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Arkacetam as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 490