Malacure Mf Information

Malacure Mf is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Malaria.

The optimal dosage of Malacure Mf is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Malacure Mf can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Malacure Mf go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Malacure Mf's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Malacure Mf has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Malacure Mf related warnings section.

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

Drug reaction of Malacure Mf with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Malacure Mf Benefits & Uses

Malacure Mf is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Malacure Mf 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: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Initial dose should be given 600 mg as a base, after 6 hours 300 mg base and for next 2 days 300 mg base OD
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Initial dose should be given 600 mg as a base, after 6 hours 300 mg base and for next 2 days 300 mg base OD
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Initial dose should be given 10 mg/kg as a base, after 6 hours 5 mg/kg base and for next 2 days 5 mg/kg base OD
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Initial dose should be given 10 mg/kg as a base, after 6 hours 5 mg/kg base and for next 2 days 5 mg/kg base OD
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Initial dose should be given 10 mg/kg as a base, after 6 hours 5 mg/kg base and for next 2 days 5 mg/kg base OD

Malacure Mf Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Malacure Mf is used -

Malacure Mf Related Warnings

Is the use of Malacure Mf safe for pregnant women?

Malacure MF shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Malacure Mf safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Malacure MF. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Malacure Mf on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Malacure MF. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Malacure Mf on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Malacure MF. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Malacure Mf on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Malacure MF. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Malacure Mf with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Tramadol

Moderate

Ethambutol

Fluconazole

Ketoconazole

Levodopa

Malacure Mf Contraindications

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

Eye Disorders
Epilepsy
Psoriasis
Hearing Loss
Porphyria

Frequently asked Questions about Malacure Mf

Is this Malacure Mf habit forming or addictive?

Malacure Mf does not cause addiction.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Malacure Mf should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Malacure Mf is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Malacure Mf Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Malacure Mf

There is no information on the effects of taking Malacure Mf with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Malacure Mf

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

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. Package leaflet information for the user; Aralen® Chloroquine phosphate. Eighth Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2019

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 211