FALCIGO PLUS TAB

Overview

FALCIGO PLUS TAB is a Schedule H drug.

FALCIGO PLUS TAB is composed of: MEFLOQUINE (200 MG), ARTESUNATE (100 MG)

Mefloquine is a medicine used to treat malaria, a disease caused by parasites. This medicine works by interfering with the growth of parasites in the red blood cells of the human body.
Parasites that cause malaria typically enter the body through the bite of a mosquito. Malaria is common in areas such as Africa, South America, and Southern Asia.

Usage

MEFLOQUINE is generally used to treat: Malaria


Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 3month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

How Do I Take It?

FALCIGO PLUS TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for FALCIGO PLUS TAB and its Constituents


Caution should be exercised in patients with history of seizures, heart disease, blood clotting problems, liver impairment, sugar, depression, suicidal thoughts, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Protect yourself from mosquito bites; otherwise can get infected with malaria. Avoid live vaccinations.

Symptoms of Overdosage

MEFLOQUINE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

MEFLOQUINE : Abdomen Upset Stomach, Loss Of Appetite, Nausea, Vomit, Head Headache, Loose Motion

Serious Side-Effects

MEFLOQUINE : Loss Of Coordination, Hands Numbness, Hands Tingling, Fatigue (tiredness), Nausea, Vomit, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Eyes Yellow Eyes

Rare Side-Effects

MEFLOQUINE : Skin Rash, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Body Itching

Technical Classification

MEFLOQUINE is categorized as: ANTIMALARIAL QUINOLINES / ANTIMALARIAL AGENTS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

2 Times Daily69%
Others25%

How long was it prescribed?

3 Days100%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

12 to 18yrs8%
18 to 35yrs23%
35 to 50yrs46%
50 to 60yrs15%
60 to 70yrs8%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females31%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Physician92%
Neurosurgeon8%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

DOLO TAB 650MG69%
PRIMAQUIN TAB19%
MALIRID DS TAB19%
PANTOCID DSR CAP19%
PAN 40MG TAB13%
QUMED CAP13%
MOBIZOX FC-TAB13%
HUMAN ACTRAPID VIAL13%
RABLET 20MG TAB13%
ABSOLUT 3G CAP13%
LEVIPIL 500MG TAB13%
NUTRIX WHEY PROTEIN PWD13%
MEFTAL FORTE TAB13%
NOVOMIX 30 INJ13%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

PCV TEST (HEMATOLOGY)75%
PLATELET COUNT (HEMATOLOGY)69%
HB (HEMATOLOGY)50%
CBC (HEMATOLOGY)44%
URINE R/M (BIOCHEMISTRY)31%
PT/INR (HEMATOLOGY)25%
LFT (SCREENING)25%
CRP (SEROLOGY)25%
RFT (BIOCHEMISTRY)19%
HBA1C (BIOCHEMISTRY)13%
RBC COUNT (HEMATOLOGY)13%
TLC (HEMATOLOGY)13%
APTT (HEMATOLOGY)13%
SERUM MAGNESIUM (SEROLOGY)13%

Most common Home Remedies advised along-side?

Plenty of fluids (Diet)13%
Rest At Home (Relief)13%
Blood Sugar Monitoring (Others)13%

Available Alternatives for FALCIGO PLUS TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

FALCIGO PLUS TABINR 397 for 6 TABLETSMEFLOQUINE 200 MG, ARTESUNATE 100 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

MEFLIAM PLUS TABINR 310 for 6 TABLETSMEFLOQUINE 220.0 MG, ARTESUNATE 100.0 MG