Falcigo 120 MG Injection

Falcigo 120 MG Injection very effective in the treatment of severe malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum strains when other medicines fail to show positive results. However, it cannot be used to prevent malaria.

The active constituent of this medicine is a derivative of artemisinin is a water-soluble hemisuccinate. It can be given by injection into a vein or a muscle or taken by mouth.

This medicine is generally well-tolerated in the body. It appears to be safe to use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. If you have faced a previous severe allergic reaction to this drug then you should avoid the use of it.

This medicine should be avoided as it includes isoniazid, amiodarone, methoxsalen, desipramine, ketoconazole, letrozole, methoxsalen, and tranylcypromine.

The recommended dose for adults and children over 6 months is generally 5 mg and should be taken orally on the first day. The dose gradually increases and is used in combination with other medicines to cure malaria. If the administration of this medication is happening in the form of injections then that should be performed by a healthcare professional.

• Malaria

• Allergy

• Dizziness

• Headache

• Abdominal Pain

• Diarrhoea

• Injection Site Pain

• Fever With Body Pain

• Anemia

• Low Wbc Count

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The time duration for this injection is not clinically known.

• What is the onset of action?

  The time taken for this injection to show its maximum effect is not clinically known.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Avoid this injection if you are pregnant. Consult your doctor before using it, if no other substitute is available.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported for this injection.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Do not use this injection while breastfeeding. Doctor consultation is recommended.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Falcigo 120 MG Injection , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Combither At 120 MG Injection

  Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt.Ltd

• Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection

  Zuventus Healthcare Ltd

• Larinate 120 MG Injection

  Ipca Laboratories Pvt Ltd.

• Match Ar 120 MG Injection

  Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Missed Dose instructions

  Contact your doctor immediately if you miss a scheduled dose of this medicine.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose with this medicine is suspected.

This injection acts on the schizonts (ring stage) in the blood and causes the lysis of the parasite.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Mefloquine

  Report the use of mefloquine or any other anti-malarial medicine to the doctor before receiving this 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.

• Interaction with Disease

  Liver Disease

  This injection should be administered with caution in patients having an impaired liver function. Appropriate diagnostic tests must be performed before determining the dose regimen. Suitable dose adjustment and frequent monitoring may be needed to ensure safe and effective use.

  Kidney Disease

  This injection should be administered with caution in patients having an impaired kidney function. Suitable dose adjustment and frequent monitoring may be needed to ensure safe and effective use.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.

• Ques : What is falcigo 120 mg injection?

  Ans : This injection is a derivative of artemisinin and is a water-soluble hemisuccinate. It contains Artesunate as an active ingredient and works by killing the malaria parasite.

• Ques : What are the uses of falcigo 120 mg injection?

  Ans : This injection is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like chloroquine-resistant malaria and cerebral malaria.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of falcigo 120 mg injection?

  Ans : This is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of this injection. These include dizziness, headache, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. Apart from these, using this medicine may further lead to nausea, vomiting, and anorexia.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal falcigo 120 mg injection?

  Ans : This injection should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets. A doctor should be consulted regarding the dosage of falcigo injection.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Falcigo 120 MG Injection before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : This injection takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions. It would be ideal if you note, it doesn't mean you will begin to notice such health improvement in a similar time span as different patients.

• Ques : What are the contraindications to Falcigo 120 MG Injection?

  Ans : Contraindication to falcigo. Besides, this injection should not be used if you have the following conditions such as breastfeeding, first 3 months of pregnancy, hypersensitive, etc.

• Ques : Is Falcigo 120 MG Injection safe to use when pregnant?

  Ans : This injection is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

• Ques : Will Falcigo 120 MG Injection be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose of this injection can lead to increased chances of side effects such as dizziness, nausea, vomiting, anorexia, neutropenia, anemia, hemolysis, etc.

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