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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 11, 2024 | 2:34 PM IST

Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm is a nutritional supplement used to treat nutritional deficiencies. This medicine contains a combination of amino acids and vitamins that increase the strength of blood vessels, help circulation by relaxing the blood vessels, promote gut health, and improve immunity. It is also beneficial during pregnancy. Common side effects include stomach or abdominal pain, diarrhoea, nausea, and constipation.

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Manufacturer/Marketer

Altcare Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

About Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm

Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm is used to treat nutritional deficiency. A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb or get enough amount of nutrients from food. Symptoms of nutritional deficiency are pale skin, fatigue, weakness, trouble breathing, feeling faint, and poor concentration. This is also used in pregnancy to avoid birth defects and encourage proper growth of the foetus.

Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm contains L-Arginine and Proanthocyanidin. L-arginine is a non-essential amino acid that provides proper nutrition for adequate growth and development. Proanthocyanidin increases the strength of blood vessels in people with high blood pressure (hypertension) and diabetes (increased sugar level in blood). Collectively, Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm helps treat nutritional deficiencies.

Take Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm as recommended. Some people may experience sleepiness, loss of appetite, rashes, nausea and vomiting. Most of these side effects of Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your physician.

Do not use Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm if you are allergic to it. Let your physician know if you have a history of asthma, liver disease, kidney disease, low blood pressure, or electrolyte imbalance before using Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm. Also, inform us if you are using any other medications, including vitamins and herbal supplements, before starting the Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm. Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness have not been established. Please consult a child specialist before using Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm.

Uses of Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm

Management and treatment of Nutritional deficiencies

Medicinal Benefits

Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm is a combination of nutritional supplements, namely L-arginine and Proanthocyanidin, used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies. L-arginine is a non-essential amino acid that provides proper nutrition for adequate growth and development. Also, it widens the narrow blood vessels, thereby improving the blood flow in blood vessels. Proanthocyanidin is an antioxidant that increases the strength of blood vessels in people with high blood pressure (hypertension) and diabetes (increased sugar level in blood). Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm helps in the management of heart disease, high blood pressure, and high sugar levels in the blood, as well as the proper growth and development of the body.

Directions for Use

Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm can be taken with or without food, as suggested by the physician. Empty the granules in a glass of water or milk, stir it, and consume immediately. Based on your medical condition, your physician will decide how long you need to take Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Flavour

Orange

Side Effects of Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm

  • Sleepiness
  • Loss of appetite
  • Rash
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

Drug Warnings

Do not use Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm if you are allergic to it. Let your physician know if you have a history of asthma, liver disease, kidney disease, low blood pressure, or electrolyte imbalance before using Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm. Also, inform us if you are using any other medications, including vitamins and herbal supplements, before starting the Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm. Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness have not been established. Please consult a child specialist before using Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm may have interaction with birth control pills (drospirenone, ethinylestradiol).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: If you have an electrolytes imbalance, asthma, liver or kidney disease, low blood pressure, please consult your physician before taking Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • DROSPIRENONE
  • ETHINYLESTRADIOL

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a diet rich in whole grains, vegetables and fruits.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Maintain a healthy weight with proper diet and exercise.
  • Increase the intake of calcium and magnesium-rich foods, including prunes, raisins and orange juice in your diet.
  • Opt for low-fat dairy products (low-fat yoghurt, fat-free milk, and cheese, etc.).
  • Instead of munching chips or sweets, eat unsalted nuts and frozen yoghurt.
  • Reduce your intake of saturated fat (or hidden fats) in foods like chips, crisps, pastries, biscuits, and samosas. Choose omega-3 fatty acid-containing oils for daily cooking.

Special Advise

Your physician may advise regular kidney function tests and electrolytes monitoring, as L-arginine in Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm may cause high potassium levels when used by people with kidney disease.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Nutritional Deficiency: A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb or get enough of a nutrient from food. Many nutrients are essential for a healthy life. Sometimes, your body is unable to absorb many nutrients even if you are consuming them. Nutrient deficiency can lead to many health problems, like the immune system becoming weak, indigestion, skin problems, heart problems, and defective bone growth. Symptoms of nutritional deficiency are pale skin, fatigue, weakness, trouble breathing, feeling faint, and poor concentration.

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Alcohol

Caution

Interaction of alcohol with Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm is unknown. Please consult a physician before consuming alcohol while using Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm.

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Pregnancy

Safe

Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm is highly advantageous to women during pregnancy because it helps them stay pregnant, encourages the growth of the fetus, and guards against birth defects brought on by dietary deficiencies. However, this medicine can be used during pregnancy after consulting a doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Safe if suggested

There are limited studies of Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm on breastfeeding women. Please consult your physician before using Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm is generally safe to use before driving. However, if you notice any side effects like dizziness, avoid driving and operating machinery until you feel better.

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Liver

Caution

Let your physician know if you have any history of liver disease before using Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm.

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Kidney

Caution

Let your physician know if you have any history of kidney disease before using Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm.

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Children

Caution

Please consult a child specialist before using Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm in children as the safety of Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm is unknown in children.

Country of origin

India
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FAQs

Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm belongs to the class of medications called nutritional supplements used to treat nutritional deficiencies.
Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm is a combination of nutritional supplements, namely: L-Arginine and Proanthocyanidin. L-Arginine is a naturally occurring amino acid that provides proper nutrition for adequate growth and development. Proanthocyanidin is an extract from fruits and vegetables that increases the strength of the blood vessels in people with high blood pressure and diabetes.
You are recommended to take Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm for as long as your physician has suggested it. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm contains L-arginine, which may increase potassium levels in the body, leading to hyperkalemia. If you have a high potassium level, let your doctor know before taking the Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the scheduled dose.
Foods which are a good source of L-Arginine include soybeans, pumpkin seeds, chicken, peanuts, spirulina, milk, cheese, yoghurt, and salmon fish.
It may be harmful if you exceed the recommended dose. Therefore, take Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm only in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Seek medical attention if you have taken an overdose.
Side effects of Altmin Sugar Free Orange Sachet 5 gm are sleepiness, loss of appetite, rashes, nausea and vomiting. If the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your physician.

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