Calcyther Information

Calcyther is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Malaria.

The right dosage of Calcyther depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

While these are the most often observed Calcyther side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Calcyther are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Calcyther has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Calcyther's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Calcyther related warnings section.

Calcyther is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Calcyther have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Calcyther have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Calcyther, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Calcyther Benefits & Uses

Calcyther is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Calcyther 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

Calcyther Related Warnings

Is the use of Calcyther safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Calcyther safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Calcyther in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Calcyther is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Calcyther on the Kidneys?

Calcyther rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Calcyther on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Calcyther on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Calcyther on the Heart?

Calcyther is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Calcyther with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Quetiapine

Moderate

Flecainide

Astemizole

Imipramine

Mefloquine

Calcyther Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Calcyther

Is this Calcyther habit forming or addictive?

Calcyther is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Calcyther, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Calcyther can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Calcyther only as per medical advice.

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

No, Calcyther cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Calcyther Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Calcyther

You can take Calcyther with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Calcyther

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Calcyther.

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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