Arkadep: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Arkadep Information

Arkadep is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Bulimia Nervosa. Arkadep also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Arkadep. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Arkadep can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Arkadep go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Arkadep's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Arkadep has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Arkadep related warnings section.

The section on Arkadep contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Arkadep may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Arkadep, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Arkadep Benefits & Uses
Arkadep Dosage & How to Take
Arkadep Side Effects
Arkadep Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Arkadep with Other Drugs
Arkadep Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Arkadep
Arkadep Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Arkadep Benefits & Uses

Arkadep is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Panic Attack and Disorder
Stress (Read More - Home Remedies for Stress)
Bipolar Disorder
Mania
PMS
Binge Eating Disorder

Arkadep Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: PMS Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given continuously or during the luteal phase only

Arkadep Related Warnings

Is the use of Arkadep safe for pregnant women?

Arkadep may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Arkadep again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Arkadep safe during breastfeeding?

Arkadep should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Arkadep on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Arkadep on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Arkadep on the Liver?

Arkadep has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Arkadep on the Heart?

Side effects of Arkadep rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Arkadep with Other Drugs

Arkadep should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Amiodarone

Moderate

Codeine

Warfarin

Alprazolam

Arkadep Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Arkadep unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Suicidal Tendency
Bipolar Disorder
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Arkadep

Is this Arkadep habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Arkadep is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Arkadep, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Arkadep can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Arkadep should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, in many cases, taking Arkadep can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Arkadep Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Arkadep

Taking Arkadep with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Arkadep

Taking Arkadep with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Arkadep

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Arkadep on my own?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

No, it is not recommended that you discontinue taking Arkadep on your own as this may cause certain withdrawal symptoms like agitation, irritation, mood changes, and difficulty falling or staying asleep. It is, therefore, suggested that you follow the instructions of your doctor completely and remain compliant to the treatment plan.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Arkadep be taken at night?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, it is not recommended that Arkadep should be taken at night as it disturbs sleep in the early phase of the treatment. Thus, it is mostly recommended to take it in the morning or noon.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I take Arkadep?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Arkadep should be taken as long as it prescribed by your doctor. One must not take less or number of doses as that could cause detrimental effects on the health. One should follow the instructions of the doctor completely.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Arkadep make you tired?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Arkadep causes tiredness but this occurs only in a few cases. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you experience tiredness after taking this drug, then try to take some rest even after that if you feel excessive tiredness then do discuss it with your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Arkadep work?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Arkadep is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It selectively inhibits the reuptake of serotonin which increases the concentration of serotonin in the central nervous system (CNS) that helps maintain mental balance. This results in many functional changes and alleviation of depression.