Ultimal Forte Information

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

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ultimal Forte. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

While these are the most often observed Ultimal Forte side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Ultimal Forte 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.

Ultimal Forte's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Mild while nursing. In addition, Ultimal Forte's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ultimal Forte related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Ultimal Forte are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Ultimal Forte may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

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

Ultimal Forte Benefits & Uses

Ultimal Forte is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Ultimal Forte 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 4 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: strength 20 mg artemether and 120 mg lumefantrine per tablet,Initially 4 tablets as single dose, then 4 tablets after 8 hours
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 3 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: strength 20 mg artemether and 120 mg lumefantrine per tablet, dose should be given on according to weight
Adult	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 4 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: strength 20 mg artemether and 120 mg lumefantrine per tablet,Initially 4 tablets as single dose, then 4 tablets after 8 hours
Geriatric	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 4 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: strength 20 mg artemether and 120 mg lumefantrine per tablet,Initially 4 tablets as single dose, then 4 tablets after 8 hours
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: strength 20 mg artemether and 120 mg lumefantrine per tablet, dose should be given to patients having weight more than 5 kg

Ultimal Forte Related Warnings

Is the use of Ultimal Forte safe for pregnant women?

Ultimal Forte can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Ultimal Forte, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ultimal Forte safe during breastfeeding?

Ultimal Forte has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ultimal Forte on the Kidneys?

Ultimal Forte rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ultimal Forte on the Liver?

Side effects of Ultimal Forte rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Ultimal Forte on the Heart?

Ultimal Forte has very mild side effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Ultimal Forte with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Codeine

Ultimal Forte Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ultimal Forte 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 Ultimal Forte

Is this Ultimal Forte habit forming or addictive?

Ultimal Forte does not cause addiction.

Ultimal Forte Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ultimal Forte

Taking Ultimal Forte with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ultimal Forte

Consuming Ultimal Forte with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

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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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