Arcalion Tablet
Sulbutiamine (200mg)
by Servier India Private Limited
strip of 10 tablets
About this medicine
Arcalion Tablet is used for the treatment of asthenia, a condition in which there is generalized tiredness and weakness that persists for a long term. It may also be used in combination with other medicines to improve everyday activities in Alzheimer's disease and psychogenic erectile dysfunction. Arcalion Tablet should be taken with food. Take it as advised by your doctor and if you miss any doses, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly. You should inform the doctor if you develop any allergic reactions after taking the medication. This medicine may cause a mild skin rash, anxiety, or headache as side effects. These usually resolve on their own in some time. Please consult your doctor if these worry you or do not go away.
Uses
- Alzheimer's disease
- Fatigue
Benefits
In alzheimer's disease
Arcalion Tablet improves learning, memory, and information processing (cognitive function) in people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. These problems in memory and thinking may start interfering with daily activities and worsen your condition. This medicine will help in managing Alzheimer’s disease effectively. It will make it easier for you to carry out your daily activities and improve your quality of life. It can take several weeks for your symptoms to improve; so keep using the medicine even if you do not think it is working.
How it works
Arcalion Tablet is a centrally acting cholinergic medicine. It works by increasing the level of acetylcholine, a chemical messenger in the brain. This is how it reduces damage in the brain.
How to use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Arcalion Tablet is to be taken with food.
Common side effects
- Skin rash
- Anxiety
- Headache
Safety advice
- AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Arcalion Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Information regarding the use of Arcalion Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Information regarding the use of Arcalion Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- It is not known whether Arcalion Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
- KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- There is limited information available on the use of Arcalion Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
- LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- There is limited information available on the use of Arcalion Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Arcalion Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick facts
- Chemical Class
- Aminopyrimidines Derivative
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- Neuro cns
Product details
- Manufacturer
- Servier India Private Limited
- Salt composition
- Sulbutiamine (200mg)
- Pack
- strip of 10 tablets
- Dosage form
- Tablet
- Storage
- Store below 30°C
The content above is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a registered medical practitioner before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.