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Falcithar is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Malaria.
The correct dosage of Falcithar depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Falcithar have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Falcithar normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Falcithar has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Falcithar has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Falcithar related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Falcithar have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Falcithar may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Falcithar, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Falcithar is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Falcithar safe for pregnant women?
Falcithar can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Falcithar, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Falcithar safe during breastfeeding?
Falcithar has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Falcithar on the Kidneys?
Falcithar has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Falcithar on the Liver?
Falcithar may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Falcithar on the Heart?
Side effects of Falcithar rarely affect the heart.
Falcithar should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Falcithar unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Falcithar habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Falcithar is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Falcithar, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Falcithar can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Falcithar is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Falcithar is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Falcithar
Taking Falcithar with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Falcithar
Taking Falcithar with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 829,830