Arinac Tablet 200mg/30mg

About Arinac Tablet 200mg/30mg

Arinac Tablet Uses

• Nasal and sinus congestion caused by the common cold or flu.
• Fever accompanying cold, flu, or other minor illness.
• Headache and body aches linked to cold or flu symptoms.
• Sore throat discomfort associated with upper respiratory infections.
• Sinus pressure and facial pain caused by blocked nasal passages.

Arinac Tablet Benefits

• Combines pain and fever relief with decongestant action in a single tablet.
• Tablet form is convenient for adults who prefer not to measure a liquid dose.
• Reduces the number of separate medicines needed to manage multiple cold and flu symptoms.
• Flexible dosing of one to two tablets allows adjustment based on symptom severity.
• Widely available and commonly used combination product with a long track record.

What Experts Say

Arinac Tablet combines Ibuprofen, an NSAID that blocks the cyclooxygenase enzymes responsible for prostaglandins, with Pseudoephedrine, a decongestant that narrows swollen blood vessels in the nasal lining. Ibuprofen addresses the pain, fever, and body aches of a cold, while Pseudoephedrine works specifically on nasal congestion.

Treating both problems with one tablet is more convenient than combining a separate pain reliever with a separate decongestant, and it keeps the total number of medicines a person needs to track during a cold to a minimum.

As a tablet rather than a liquid, Arinac is formulated for adults and older children who can swallow a whole tablet, with a fixed dose per tablet rather than one calculated by body weight. This makes dosing simpler for adults, though it also means the tablet is not suited to young children, who are better served by a liquid formulation with weight based dosing.

Drug Class

• NSAID and Decongestant Combination

Packaging and Quantity

• Pack of 100 tablets (10 strips of 10 tablets each).

When Not to Use Arinac Tablet

• If you have a known allergy or hypersensitivity to Ibuprofen, Pseudoephedrine, Aspirin, or other NSAIDs.
• If you have uncontrolled high blood pressure or severe heart disease.
• If you have recently used (within fourteen days) a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) antidepressant.
• If it is to be administered to a child under 12 years of age.

Arinac Tablet 200mg/30mg formula

• Ibuprofen + Pseudoephedrine

Available forms

• Tablets
• Suspension

How to use Arinac Tablet 200mg/30mg?

• Arinac Tablet should be swallowed whole with a glass of water and should not be crushed, chewed, or split.
• Taking it with food can help reduce stomach upset.
• The usual adult dose is one tablet every four to six hours, or two tablets if one is not enough.
• No more than four doses should be taken in twenty-four hours.
• Arinac Tablet is generally intended for short term use during active cold or flu symptoms.
• The dose should not be increased or the course extended beyond what a doctor has recommended.

Drug Interactions

Arinac Tablet carries interaction risks from both of its ingredients. The following should be noted:

• Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors: Combining Pseudoephedrine with MAOIs can cause a dangerous rise in blood pressure.
• Other Decongestants or Stimulants: Taking additional decongestants alongside Arinac Tablet increases the risk of a rapid heartbeat and high blood pressure.
• Anticoagulants and Antiplatelets: Combining Ibuprofen with Warfarin, Aspirin, or Clopidogrel increases the risk of bleeding.
• Blood Pressure Medicines: Both Ibuprofen and Pseudoephedrine can reduce the effectiveness of medicines used to lower blood pressure.

Risks and warnings

• Blood pressure: Pseudoephedrine can raise blood pressure, so Arinac Tablet should be used cautiously in patients with hypertension or heart disease.
• Cardiovascular risk: Ibuprofen can increase the risk of heart attack and stroke, especially with higher doses or prolonged use.
• Gastrointestinal bleeding: Long term or high dose use of the Ibuprofen component raises the risk of stomach ulcers and bleeding.
• Thyroid disease: Pseudoephedrine can worsen symptoms in patients with an overactive thyroid.
• Urinary retention: Men with an enlarged prostate may find it harder to urinate while taking Pseudoephedrine.
• Pregnancy: Arinac Tablet should be avoided, especially in the third trimester, since both ingredients can affect the baby.
• Children: Arinac Tablet is not recommended for children under 12 years of age.

Arinac Tablet Side Effects

Combining two active ingredients means Arinac Tablet can cause effects tied to either one, most commonly:

• Stomach upset.
• Restlessness or difficulty sleeping.
• Dizziness.
• Dry mouth.

Effects that call for prompt medical attention are uncommon but include:

• Signs of gastrointestinal bleeding such as black stools or vomiting blood.
• A rapid, pounding, or irregular heartbeat.
• Severe allergic reaction including facial swelling or difficulty breathing.

Storage Conditions

• Store at room temperature, below 30°C.
• Keep away from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture.
• Store in the original packaging until ready to use.
• Keep out of reach and sight of children.
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the packaging.
• Do not store in the bathroom or near a kitchen sink.