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Famal L 80 mg/480 mg Tablet Substitute

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Composition:

ARTEMETHER-80MG + LUMEFANTRINE-480MG

Uses:

Famal L 80 mg/480 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of malaria. The detailed uses of Famal L 80 mg/480 mg Tablet are as follows: <br/>• Malaria Treatment: Famal L 80 mg/480 mg Tablet is frequently used to treat and prevent malaria, especially in regions where the parasite that causes the disease is resistant to other drugs. <br/>• Prevention of Some Autoimmune illnesses: It can be used to avoid flare-ups in people with autoimmune diseases, which helps them manage their conditions over the long term. <br/>

Medicinal Benefits:

Famal L 80 mg/480 mg Tablet contains two anti-malarial drugs, namely: Artemether and Lumefantrine. It is a combination that treats non-severe malaria caused by a parasite called 'Plasmodium falciparum', and other Plasmodium species. It interferes with the growth of Plasmodium parasites in the red blood cells of the human body. Famal L 80 mg/480 mg Tablet works by inhibiting nucleic acid and protein synthesis in Plasmodium falciparum. Artemether reduces parasite biomass, and Lumefantrine eliminates residual parasites.

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Famal L 80 mg/480 mg Tablet belongs to the class of anti-malarial drugs, used to treat and prevent malaria.

Famal L 80 mg/480 mg Tablet contains a combination of anti-malarial drugs, Artemether and Lumefantrine. It treats malaria by interfering with Plasmodium parasite's growth in the red blood cells of the human body.

Famal L 80 mg/480 mg Tablet may affect the heart rhythm and cause QT prolongation (heart muscle takes longer than usual to recharge between beats). This QT prolongation can cause serious fast/irregular heartbeat. Hence it is advised to inform your doctor if you have any heart-related problems like heart failure, slow heartbeat, QT prolongation in EKG or ECG (electrocardiogram) and a family history of heart diseases.

Famal L 80 mg/480 mg Tablet is not recommended in cases of any liver or kidney problems, malarial infection of the brain, lungs or kidneys, severe heart diseases and electrolyte imbalance. Also, let your doctor know if you have recently undergone treatment with other anti-malarial drugs.

Take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Famal L 80 mg/480 mg Tablet should be swallowed as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Famal L 80 mg/480 mg Tablet is not recommended during the first three months of pregnancy. Your doctor may recommend other alternative medications. Please seek medical advice if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.

Famal L 80 mg/480 mg Tablet is contraindicated if you are allergic to any of its components.

Store Famal L 80 mg/480 mg Tablet at room temperature, in a dry place. Keep it out of sight and reach of children.

Famal L 80 mg/480 mg Tablet should be taken with food as it aids in better absorption of the medicine.

Take another dose of Famal L 80 mg/480 mg Tablet if you have vomited within 1-2 hours of taking the medicine.

Famal L 80 mg/480 mg Tablet may cause side effects such as headache, dizziness, loss of appetite, weakness, fever, chills, tiredness, muscle or joint pain, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, cough, and trouble sleeping. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary from person to person. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.

Do not discontinue Famal L 80 mg/480 mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectively, keep taking Famal L 80 mg/480 mg Tablet for the prescribed duration.