Arcmet
Composition for Arcmet Products
Arcmet Products are primarily used for
Hypertension (high blood pressure), Angina (heart-related chest pain), ArrhythmiaProducts for Arcmet
Arcmet 50mg Tablet XL
strip of 10 tablet xl
MRP₹54.38
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Arcmet 12.5mg Tablet XL
strip of 10 tablet xl
MRP₹27.7
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About Arcmet Products
Uses of Arcmet Products
Metoprolol Succinate is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure), Angina (heart-related chest pain), Arrhythmia, heart attack and migraine.
Arcmet Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Arcmet are Dizziness, Slow heart rate, Rash, Diarrhea, Tiredness, Shortness of breath.
How Arcmet Products work
Metoprolol Succinate is a long-acting beta blocker that works specifically on the heart. It works by slowing down the heart rate and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.
In Depth Information for Arcmet Products
- Arcmet lowers your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body.
- It may also be used to reduce the number and severity of angina attacks (chest pain caused by heart disease).
- Arcmet should be taken once a day regularly at the same time.
- Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent stroke and heart attack.
- Lifestyle changes like low-fat diet, exercise, and not smoking may help this medicine work better.
- Do not stop taking Arcmet suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
- It may cause dizziness. If this happens to you, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
- It can hide symptoms of low blood sugar if you are diabetic. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
Patient Concerns about Arcmet Products
Frequently asked questions about Arcmet Products
Q. How long does Arcmet 50mg Tablet XL take to work?
The time taken by Arcmet 50mg Tablet XL to start working varies from person to person. Usually, Arcmet 50mg Tablet XL starts working within 15 minutes. However, in some patients, it may take up to 2 hours to start working. It starts acting slowly, and the maximum or full effect is usually experienced within 1 week. In case you do not feel any difference while taking Arcmet 50mg Tablet XL, do not panic. The medicine exerts its beneficial effects when taken for a long time.
Q. Is taking Arcmet 50mg Tablet XL dangerous?
Arcmet 50mg Tablet XL is usually safe when taken as per the doctor’s prescription. This medicine exhibits dangerous effects if the medicine is stopped suddenly. Stopping the medicine suddenly can cause an abrupt increase in the heart rate and affect its activity, which can be dangerous for heart failure patients and can even lead to a heart attack in some patients. So, do not stop the medicine suddenly and take it for the prescribed duration.
Q. Does Arcmet 50mg Tablet XL help you sleep better?
Arcmet 50mg Tablet XL belongs to the beta-blockers class of medicine. Though their effect on sleep varies from person to person, it has been found that these medicines are known to alter the sleep pattern and disturb sleep in a few patients. On the other hand, it has also been seen to promote better sleep in patients with increased heart rate and anxiety by calming down the heart and nerves. Do consult your doctor in case you have any sleep disturbances.
Q. Can I take alcohol after taking Arcmet 50mg Tablet XL?
No, you should not consume alcohol after taking Arcmet 50mg Tablet XL. Alcohol may increase the blood-pressure-lowering effects of this medicine and lead to low blood pressure.
Q. Can Arcmet 50mg Tablet XL cause low blood potassium levels (hypokalemia)?
Yes, Arcmet 50mg Tablet XL may cause low blood potassium levels (hypokalemia).