Falcinil Lf Information

Falcinil Lf is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup, Tablet. Falcinil Lf also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Falcinil Lf depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Falcinil Lf as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Falcinil Lf normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Falcinil Lf's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Mild while nursing. In addition, Falcinil Lf's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Falcinil Lf related warnings section.

The section on Falcinil Lf contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Falcinil Lf with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

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

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

Falcinil Lf Benefits & Uses

Falcinil Lf is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Falcinil Lf 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 4 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: strength 20 mg artemether and 120 mg lumefantrine per tablet,Initially 4 tablets as single dose, then 4 tablets after 8 hours
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 3 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: strength 20 mg artemether and 120 mg lumefantrine per tablet, dose should be given on according to weight
Adult	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 4 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: strength 20 mg artemether and 120 mg lumefantrine per tablet,Initially 4 tablets as single dose, then 4 tablets after 8 hours
Geriatric	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 4 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: strength 20 mg artemether and 120 mg lumefantrine per tablet,Initially 4 tablets as single dose, then 4 tablets after 8 hours
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: strength 20 mg artemether and 120 mg lumefantrine per tablet, dose should be given to patients having weight more than 5 kg

Falcinil Lf Related Warnings

Is the use of Falcinil Lf safe for pregnant women?

Falcinil Lf can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Falcinil Lf, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Falcinil Lf safe during breastfeeding?

Falcinil Lf may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Falcinil Lf on the Kidneys?

Falcinil Lf may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Falcinil Lf on the Liver?

Falcinil Lf may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Falcinil Lf on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Falcinil Lf on the heart have been reported.

Severe Interaction of Falcinil Lf with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Codeine

Falcinil Lf Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Diabetes
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Falcinil Lf

Is this Falcinil Lf habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Falcinil Lf has not been reported.

Falcinil Lf Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Falcinil Lf

It is safe to take Falcinil Lf with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Falcinil Lf

Taking Falcinil Lf with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

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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 829,830

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 832-834

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