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Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection

Manufactured byZuventus Healthcare Ltd.
ContainsArtesunate
Description
Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection is an anti-malarial medicine used for the treatment of severe malaria. It is caused by parasites (organisms living in another organism and causing harm), namely Plasmodium falciparum. Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection is sometimes used in combination with other anti-malarial medicines for treating different types of malarial parasites. It is a primary drug of choice when other anti-malarial medicines are ineffective. Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection mainly inhibits the final step of the malarial cycle in humans which is responsible for the spread of the infection. Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection may sometimes cause certain side-effects such as dizziness, diarrhoea, belly pain, nausea, and pain at the injection site, etc. Inform your doctor if you experience any of these side effects. This medicine is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection should be administered by a healthcare professional in a clinical setting. Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection is given only when oral administration is not possible. Sometimes, this medicine may be followed by the oral form (tablets or capsules) of anti-malarial medicines when recovery is seen after the injection. Your doctor may monitor your blood tests to detect the presence of malarial parasites. Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection can be given to both adults and children. Inform your doctor if you have/had any medical conditions such as liver, kidney or heart problems etc. and also about other medications being taken before receiving Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection

  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Stomach pain
  • Diarrhoea
  • Injection site pain
  • Fever with body pain
  • Anemia
  • Low WBC and Platelet count
  • Chills or shivering
  • Dark or Clay colored stools
  • Rapid weight gain

Uses of Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection

What is it prescribed for?

  • Malaria
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time required for Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection to show its action is 8-12 minutes. However, the time taken depends on whether the injection is given intravenously (into the vein) or intramuscularly (into the muscle).
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection remains active in the body for an average duration of 7-8 hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection has no habit forming tendencies.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    The exact effect of Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection on pregnant women is not clearly known. Therefore, this medicine should be taken only in life-threatening situations upon your doctors prescription
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection is known to pass into breast milk. The breastfed infant may vomit. Discuss the benefits and risks with your doctor before receiving this medicine. The clinical condition of your infant needs to be monitored if you are breastfeeding while receiving this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid taking Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of serious allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

The exact effect of Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection on pregnant women is not clearly known. Therefore, this medicine should be taken only in life-threatening situations upon your doctors prescription

Breast-feeding

Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection is known to pass into breast milk. The breastfed infant may vomit. Discuss the benefits and risks with your doctor before receiving this medicine. The clinical condition of your infant needs to be monitored if you are breastfeeding while receiving this medicine.
General warnings

Post-treatment hemolysis

In some individuals, treatment with Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection may result in hemolytic anaemia (a condition where there is excessive destruction of RBC) which can be observed after 4 hours of giving the medication. Complete Blood count tests may be required in such individuals.

Liver/kidney impairment

Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection may affect your liver/kidney. Your doctor will suggest tests to monitor your liver/kidney functions while you receive this injection. If the damage is severe, then the use of this medicine should be avoided.

Driving or Operating machinery

In some patients Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection may cause dizziness, or drowsiness and hence do not perform activities such as driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience any of these symptoms.

Administration

The injection should only be given by a healthcare professional in a clinical setting.

Missed Dose

Since Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection is given in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.

Overdose

Since Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection is given in a hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

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

Instructions

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

Antiretroviral drugs

Phenytoin

Diclofenac

Disease interactions

Liver disease

Caution should be taken when higher doses of Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection is given in people with liver problems. It may worsen the compromised liver. Appropriate diagnostic tests and laboratory investigations will be performed by your doctor before determining the dose regimen.

Kidney Disease

Use of Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection in people with impaired kidney problem should be done with caution as it may worsen the compromised kidney condition. Kidney function tests should be performed on monthly basis to avoid serious health issues.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Follow all the instructions advised by your doctor while taking Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection. A qualified healthcare professional should give this medication in the hospital setting. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection. Do not start or continue the treatment on your own. Consult your doctor if you are in the first 3 months of pregnancy or if you are breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machines after taking it because you may feel sleepy. Inform your doctor if you notice flu-like symptoms such as chills, fever, muscle pains and any changes in the heartbeat. You may be asked for regular blood tests once a week while taking this medicine.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Falcinil Forte 120 MG Injection works by inhibiting protein synthesis in the final stage of the malaria cycle conversion in humans. Thus destroys the parasite and prevent the recurrence of the disease.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Classification

Category

Antimalarial agents

Schedule

Schedule H

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