Actizo 80mg/480mg Tablet
strip of 6.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Artemether (80mg) + Lumefantrine (4mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Actizo 80mg/480mg Tablet is used for the treatment of malaria in both children and adults. It contains two medicines both of which belong to a group of medicines called antimalarials. Actizo 80mg/480mg Tablet works by killing the malaria-causing parasites thereby preventing further spread of the infection. It should be taken with food as this will help your body better absorb the medicine. Take it in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not take more than the recommended dose as this may have harmful effects on your body. Complete the full course of treatment to make sure the infection is treated completely.
Actizo 80mg/480mg Tablet is a combination of two antiparasitic medicines: Artemether and Lumefantrine which treats malaria. These medicines work by increasing the levels of haeme in the blood a substance toxic to the malarial parasite. This kills the parasite and stops the infection from spreading.
How do I take Actizo 80mg/480mg Tablet as directed by my doctor?
Take Actizo 80mg/480mg Tablet with food, exactly as prescribed. The usual dosing regimen is twice a day with a meal for 3 days, or as directed. On the first day of treatment, take one dose with food followed by another dose 8 hours later. For the next 2 days, take one dose in the morning and one in the evening.
Is Actizo 80mg/480mg Tablet safe for use during pregnancy?
No, Actizo 80mg/480mg Tablet is not recommended for women in their first trimester of pregnancy due to an increased risk of fetal loss.
Are there any specific contraindications or precautions I should be aware of when taking Actizo 80mg/480mg Tablet?
The use of Actizo 80mg/480mg Tablet is not advised for patients with a known hypersensitivity to its active or inactive ingredients. Caution is also recommended in cases of severe malaria and the first trimester of pregnancy.
How should I store and dispose of Actizo 80mg/480mg Tablet?
Keep the medicine in its original container, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature, away from excess heat and moisture.
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. Actizo 80mg/480mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
- Wear light-coloured and covered clothing when you are outside after sunset.
- Use insect repellent creams or sprays on parts of your body not covered by clothing.
- Spray to kill any mosquitoes that may have entered rooms in spite of screening.
- Finish the prescribed course even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- It should be taken with food or drinks rich in fat such as milk.
- It may cause fatigue and dizziness. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
- If you vomit within 1 hour of taking the tablets take another dose.
- Inform your doctor if you have kidney, liver or heart disease.
- Headache
- loss of appetite
- weakness
- joint pain
- or muscle pain are some of the common side effects associated with this medicine. You may also feel dizzy after taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if these persist or worsen.
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Actizo 80mg/480mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Actizo 80mg/480mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy
Actizo 80mg/480mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
