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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

Argicare Plus 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

MMC Healthcare Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

About Argicare Plus Sachet 5 gm

Argicare Plus 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.

Argicare Plus 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, Argicare Plus Sachet 5 gm helps treat nutritional deficiencies.

Take Argicare Plus Sachet 5 gm as recommended. Some people may experience sleepiness, loss of appetite, rashes, nausea and vomiting. Most of these side effects of Argicare Plus 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 Argicare Plus 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 Argicare Plus Sachet 5 gm. Also, inform us if you are using any other medications, including vitamins and herbal supplements, before starting the Argicare Plus Sachet 5 gm. Argicare Plus Sachet 5 gm is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness have not been established. Please consult a child specialist before using Argicare Plus Sachet 5 gm.

Uses of Argicare Plus Sachet 5 gm

Management and treatment of Nutritional deficiencies

Medicinal Benefits

Argicare Plus 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). Argicare Plus 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

Argicare Plus 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 Argicare Plus Sachet 5 gm.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Argicare Plus Sachet 5 gm

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

Drug Warnings

Do not use Argicare Plus 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 Argicare Plus Sachet 5 gm. Also, inform us if you are using any other medications, including vitamins and herbal supplements, before starting the Argicare Plus Sachet 5 gm. Argicare Plus Sachet 5 gm is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness have not been established. Please consult a child specialist before using Argicare Plus Sachet 5 gm.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Argicare Plus 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 Argicare Plus 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 Argicare Plus 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 Argicare Plus Sachet 5 gm is unknown. Please consult a physician before consuming alcohol while using Argicare Plus Sachet 5 gm.

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Pregnancy

Safe

Argicare Plus 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 Argicare Plus Sachet 5 gm on breastfeeding women. Please consult your physician before using Argicare Plus Sachet 5 gm if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Argicare Plus 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 Argicare Plus Sachet 5 gm.

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Kidney

Caution

Let your physician know if you have any history of kidney disease before using Argicare Plus Sachet 5 gm.

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Children

Caution

Please consult a child specialist before using Argicare Plus Sachet 5 gm in children as the safety of Argicare Plus Sachet 5 gm is unknown in children.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

61, Kurinji Street, Fathima Nagar, Valasaravakkam, Chennai - 600087
Other Info - ARG0040

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FAQs

Argicare Plus Sachet 5 gm belongs to the class of medications called nutritional supplements used to treat nutritional deficiencies.
Argicare Plus 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 Argicare Plus Sachet 5 gm for as long as your physician has suggested it. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Argicare Plus 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 Argicare Plus 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 Argicare Plus 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 Argicare Plus 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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