Falcynate LF Tablet
strip of 6.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Artemether (80mg) + Lumefantrine (4mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Skymax Life Science Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Falcynate LF 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. Falcynate LF 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.
Falcynate LF 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.
What are the correct dosing instructions for Falcynate LF Tablet?
Falcynate LF Tablet should be taken with food, exactly as prescribed by your doctor. This typically involves taking two doses per day, one in the morning and one in the evening, with a meal, for three days or as directed.
Is Falcynate LF Tablet safe to take during pregnancy?
No, Falcynate LF Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnant women, particularly during the first trimester. It may increase the risk of fetal loss.
Are there any specific conditions or allergies that would contraindicate the use of Falcynate LF Tablet?
The use of Falcynate LF Tablet is not recommended for patients with a known hypersensitivity to its active or inactive ingredients. Caution should also be exercised in cases of severe malaria and during the first trimester of pregnancy.
How should I properly store and dispose of Falcynate LF Tablet?
To maintain effectiveness, store this medicine in its original container, tightly closed, out of reach of children. It is best kept at room temperature and away from excessive 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. Falcynate LF 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
- Muscle pain
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Falcynate LF Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Falcynate LF 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
Falcynate LF 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.
