Falcirid Information

Falcirid is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Syrup. Other than this, Falcirid has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Falcirid depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Falcirid can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Falcirid are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Falcirid's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Falcirid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

The section on Falcirid contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Falcirid may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

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

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

Falcirid Benefits & Uses

Falcirid is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Falcirid 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

Falcirid Related Warnings

Is the use of Falcirid safe for pregnant women?

Falcirid may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Falcirid again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Falcirid safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Falcirid as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Falcirid on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Falcirid on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Falcirid on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Falcirid on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Falcirid on the Heart?

Falcirid is rarely harmful for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Falcirid with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Codeine

Falcirid Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Diabetes
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Falcirid

Is this Falcirid habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Falcirid has not been reported.

Falcirid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Falcirid

Taking Falcirid with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Falcirid

Consumption of alcohol and Falcirid together may have severe effects on your health.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 829,830

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 832-834

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