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Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Epilepsy. Secondary and off-label uses of Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR. 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.
The side effects typically associated with Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR include Loss of appetite. While these are the most often observed Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Depression are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR contraindications section.
Besides this, Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR safe for pregnant women?
Arkaval Cr can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Arkaval Cr on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR on the Kidneys?
Arkaval Cr may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR on the Liver?
Arkaval Cr is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Arkaval Cr for the heart.
Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR habit forming or addictive?
Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR
Taking Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Arkaval 200 / 87 Tablet CR as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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