Alfadin Information

Alfadin is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Malaria are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The right dosage of Alfadin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Alfadin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Alfadin go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Alfadin is Moderate for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Alfadin related warnings talks about Alfadin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Alfadin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Alfadin contraindications section.

Besides this, Alfadin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Alfadin is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Alfadin Benefits & Uses
Alfadin Dosage & How to Take
Alfadin Side Effects
Alfadin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Alfadin with Other Drugs
Alfadin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Alfadin
Alfadin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Alfadin Benefits & Uses

Alfadin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Parasitic Infections
Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Alfadin Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Alfadin Related Warnings

Is the use of Alfadin safe for pregnant women?

Alfadin may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Alfadin, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Alfadin safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Alfadin in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Alfadin on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Alfadin on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Alfadin on the Liver?

Side effects of Alfadin rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Alfadin on the Heart?

Alfadin is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Alfadin with Other Drugs

Alfadin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Quetiapine

Moderate

Flecainide

Astemizole

Imipramine

Mefloquine

Alfadin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alfadin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Alfadin

Is this Alfadin habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Alfadin.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Alfadin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Alfadin only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Alfadin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Alfadin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Alfadin

Taking Alfadin with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Alfadin

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Alfadin with alcohol will be.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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