Arnisac 50 Tablet

Short Description

Arnisac 50 Tablet is a combination of two medicines used to treat heart failure, reducing the risk of hospitalization and death in patients with chronic heart failure.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Arnisac 50 Tablet is a combination of two medicines used to treat heart failure. It reduces the risk of hospitalization and death in patients with long-lasting (chronic) heart failure. It is generally given along with other heart failure medications.

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. Arnisac 50 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed.

Alcohol Warning

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Arnisac 50 Tablet.

Breastfeeding Warning

Arnisac 50 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Arnisac 50 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Arnisac 50 Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Sacubitril and Valsartan which belong to a class of angiotensin receptor neprilysin inhibitor (ARNI). This combination treats heart failure by relaxing the blood vessels and making it easier for your heart to pump blood throughout your body. In addition, it also helps your body retain less water.

You have been prescribed Arnisac 50 Tablet for the treatment of of long-lasting (chronic) heart failure. You should continue to stay active (light walking and stretching) and eat a healthy low sodium diet along with taking this medication. To reduce the chances of feeling dizzy, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It may cause the level of potassium in your blood to go up. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli. Inform your doctor if you have a history of liver or kidney diseases.