Falpar Information

Falpar is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Malaria.

The optimal dosage of Falpar is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.

Some other side effects of Falpar have been listed ahead. These side effects of Falpar are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Falpar's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Falpar has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Falpar related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Falpar since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Falpar contraindications lists all such conditions.

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

You should also be aware that Falpar is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Falpar Benefits & Uses

Falpar is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Falpar 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

Falpar Related Warnings

Is the use of Falpar safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Falpar safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Falpar for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Falpar on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Falpar on the Liver?

Falpar has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Falpar on the Heart?

Falpar has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Falpar with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Quetiapine

Moderate

Flecainide

Astemizole

Imipramine

Mefloquine

Falpar Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Falpar

Is this Falpar habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Falpar has not been reported.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Falpar as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Falpar is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Falpar is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Falpar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Falpar

Taking Falpar with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Falpar

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Falpar with alcohol.

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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