Combither Forte 80 mg/480 mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Artemether (80mg) + Lumefantrine (4mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Combither Forte 80 mg/480 mg Tablet is used for the treatment of malaria in both children and adults. Combither Forte 80 mg/480 mg 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.
Combither Forte 80 mg/480 mg 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 Combither Forte 80 mg/480 mg Tablet as directed?
Take Combither Forte 80 mg/480 mg Tablet with food, exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Typically, this involves taking two doses per day for three days or as instructed. On the first day, take one dose in the morning and another 8 hours later. For the next two days, take one dose in the morning and one in the evening. It's essential to resume normal eating habits as soon as possible since it improves medicine absorption.
Is Combither Forte 80 mg/480 mg Tablet safe during pregnancy?
No, Combither Forte 80 mg/480 mg Tablet is not recommended for women in their first trimester of pregnancy. Taking this medication can increase the risk of fetal loss.
Are there any specific situations where I should avoid using Combither Forte 80 mg/480 mg Tablet?
Yes, you should exercise caution or avoid using Combither Forte 80 mg/480 mg Tablet if you have a known hypersensitivity to its active or inactive ingredients. Additionally, it is not recommended for patients with severe malaria and pregnant women in their first trimester.
How do I properly store and dispose of Combither Forte 80 mg/480 mg Tablet?
Keep the medicine in its original container, tightly closed. Store it at room temperature, away from excessive heat and moisture. Ensure the medication is out of reach of children.
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. Combither Forte 80 mg/480 mg 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.
- It should be taken with food or drinks rich in fat such as milk.
- Headache
- loss of appetite
- weakness
- joint pain
- or muscle pain
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Combither Forte 80 mg/480 mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Combither Forte 80 mg/480 mg 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
Combither Forte 80 mg/480 mg 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.
