Arcalion 200mg is formulated as coated tablets containing the active ingredient sulbutiamine. This medication is commonly used to treat fatigue and physical weakness.
1. What is the use of Arcalion 200mg?
What is Arcalion 200mg? The drug contains sulbutiamine 200mg. The active ingredient sulbutiamine is a synthetic substance with a structure similar to vitamin B1. It is not soluble in water but soluble in fat. As it can increase the concentration of thiamine in the brain, it has a mild stimulating effect. Sulbutiamine is often used for people who are feeling tired to improve their health. The drug has been clinically studied for its psychoactive properties, with a specific focus on alleviating mental and physical inhibition.
The drug is indicated for use in the treatment of stages of temporary fatigue in adults (over 15 years old). Arcalion is contraindicated in people with hypersensitivity to sulbutiamine or other ingredients contained in the medication.
2. How to use and dosage of Arcalion 200mg
After knowing what Arcalion 200 is, understanding the proper use and dosage is essential for effective treatment.
- Method of Administration: The drug is taken orally. Patients should swallow the tablet whole with a large glass of water, dividing the dose between breakfast and lunch.
- Dosage: The typical dosage for adults is 2–3 tablets/day. The duration of use is limited to a maximum of 4 weeks. The dosage of Arcalion 200mg above is for reference only. The prescribing doctor will determine the appropriate dosage based on the patient’s condition and the progression of the illness.
- Overdose: Symptoms of an overdose may include anxiety, agitation, and tremors in the extremities. Treatment is symptom-based and should be directed by a healthcare provider.
- Missed dose: If you miss a dose of Arcalion, you should take it as soon as possible. If it is close to the next scheduled dose, you can skip the missed dose and take your next dose as scheduled.
3. Side effects of Arcalion 200mg
When using Arcalion, individuals may experience unwanted side effects:
- Psychiatric: Anxiety;
- Nervous system: Tremor, headache;
- Gastrointestinal: Nausea, vomiting;
- Skin and subcutaneous tissue: Rash;
- General Symptoms: Fatigue, allergies;
- Gastrointestinal: Stomach pain, diarrhea.
When experiencing side effects of Arcalion, individuals discontinue the medication and promptly consult your doctor or go to the nearest hospital for timely treatment.
4. Precautions When Using Arcalion 200mg
Before and while taking Arcalion 200mg, individuals should note:
- Arcalion contains lactose, sucrose, and glucose. Therefore, patients with galactose/fructose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, glucose/galactose malabsorption syndrome, or sucrase/isomaltase deficiency should not take this medicine;
- Arcalion contains azo dye (E110), which may cause allergic reactions;
- Arcalion is not recommended in pregnancy and breastfeeding due to a lack of the drug's efficacy/safety data.
5. Drug interactions Arcalion 200mg
No specific interaction studies have been conducted with Arcalion. Patients should consider when using Arcalion 200mg at the same time with:
- Diuretics: May increase urinary excretion of thiamine (a metabolite of sulbutiamine);
- Neuromuscular blocking agents: The effects of these drugs may be enhanced when used with thiamine (a metabolite of sulbutiamine).
When using Arcalion 200mg, patients should follow the doctor's recommendations. You should share with your doctor about your health condition and the medications you are using to receive appropriate advice and avoid drug interactions that cause adverse reactions.
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