Falcigo Plus

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Falcigo Plus Tablet is an effective anti-malarial medicine. It is used to treat severe malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum strains when other medicines are not effective.

Falcigo Plus Details

Composition = Artesunate + Mefloquine

Dosage = 100mg + 200mg

Indication = Malaria

Manufacturer = Zydus Cadila

What Is Falcigo Plus?

Falcigo Plus Tablet is used for Malaria of the cerebrum of the brain, Chloroquine resistant malaria, Severe malaria, Severe quinine resistant malaria and other conditions. Falcigo Plus Tablet may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Falcigo Plus Tablet contains Artesunate and Mefloquine as active ingredients.

Falcigo Plus Tablet works by killing the malarial parasite; destroying the parasites at a crucial stage of development;

How Does Falcigo Plus Work?

Falcigo Plus Tablet is a combination of two antiparasitic medicines: Artesunate and Mefloquine, 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 Is Route Of Administration?

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. Falcigo Plus Tablet is to be taken with food.

Dosage Of Falcigo Plus

Falcigo 60mg Injection

Falcigo 120mg Injection

Falcigo-SP Kit

Side Effects Of Falcigo Plus

Major

Nausea

Vomiting

Stomach upset

Stomach pain

Dizziness

Headache

Sleepiness

Minor

Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

Muscle pain

Skin rash

Tiredness

Drug To Drug Interaction

Mefloquine = Report the use of mefloquine or any other anti-malarial medicine to the doctor before receiving Falcigo Plus Injection. You may require a dose adjustment and more frequent monitoring when using these medicines together.

Pyrimethamine = Report the use of either of the medicine to the doctor. You may require a dose adjustment and more frequent monitoring while using these medicines together.

While Tacking Falcigo Plus

Do

You have been prescribed Falcigo Plus Tablet for the treatment of acute uncomplicated malaria that is resistant to other antimalarial medications such as chloroquine.

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.

Don’t

Pregnancy = Falcigo Plus Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.

Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation = Falcigo Plus Tablet is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

Driving = Do not drive unless you are feeling well.

Falcigo Plus Tablet can cause dizziness, loss of balance and mental problems and this may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney = There is limited information available on the use of Falcigo Plus Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver = Falcigo Plus Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Falcigo Plus Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Use of Falcigo Plus Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Uses Of Falcigo Plus

Falcigo Plus Tablet is used in the treatment of malaria.

Storage Of Falcigo Plus

The Falcigo Plus should be stored in a dry place. Store in the original package to protect from moisture.

Keep this medicine out of the reach and sight of children. Return any leftover medicine to your pharmacist. Only keep it if your doctor tells you to. Remember this medicine is for you.

Only a doctor can prescribe it for you. Never give it to others. It may harm them, even if their symptoms are the same as yours. The medicine must not be used after the date (EXP) printed on the pack.