Falcinil Forte Information

Falcinil Forte is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Malaria.

The correct dosage of Falcinil Forte depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Falcinil Forte also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nausea or vomiting. While these are the most often observed Falcinil Forte side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Falcinil Forte go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Falcinil Forte has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Falcinil Forte related warnings talks about Falcinil Forte's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Falcinil Forte can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Falcinil Forte in conditions like Drug Allergy. The section on Falcinil Forte contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Falcinil Forte may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Falcinil Forte is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Falcinil Forte Benefits & Uses

Falcinil Forte is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)
Parasitic Infections

Falcinil Forte 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: Malaria Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: Day first take 2.4 mg/Kg followed by 1.2 mg/Kg at 12 and 24 hours then 1.2 mg/Kg daily for 6 days.
Geriatric	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: Day first take 2.4 mg/Kg followed by 1.2 mg/Kg at 12 and 24 hours then 1.2 mg/Kg daily for 6 days
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: Day first take 2 mg/Kg followed by 1 mg/Kg at 12 and 24 hours then 1 mg/Kg daily for 6 days

Falcinil Forte Related Warnings

Is the use of Falcinil Forte safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Falcinil Forte. It is best to stop taking Falcinil Forte immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Falcinil Forte safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Falcinil Forte. If you see any side effects, stop taking Falcinil Forte immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Falcinil Forte again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Falcinil Forte on the Kidneys?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Falcinil Forte on kidney, information on safety of Falcinil Forte for kidney is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Falcinil Forte on the Liver?

Falcinil Forte is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Falcinil Forte on the Heart?

Side effects of Falcinil Forte rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Falcinil Forte with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Mefloquine

Pyrimethamine

Falcinil Forte Contraindications

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

Allergy
Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Falcinil Forte

Is this Falcinil Forte habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Falcinil Forte is addictive.

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

After taking Falcinil Forte you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Falcinil Forte is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Falcinil Forte cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Falcinil Forte Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Falcinil Forte

You can take Falcinil Forte with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Falcinil Forte

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Falcinil Forte.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 830

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