Ultimal Information

Ultimal, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Ultimal also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

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

Some other side effects of Ultimal have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Ultimal go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ultimal is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Ultimal's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ultimal related warnings section.

The section on Ultimal contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Ultimal with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ultimal is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Ultimal Benefits & Uses

Ultimal is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Ultimal 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 Related Warnings

Is the use of Ultimal safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Ultimal. It is best to stop taking Ultimal immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Ultimal safe during breastfeeding?

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

Ultimal has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ultimal on the Liver?

Ultimal may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Ultimal on the Heart?

Ultimal has very mild side effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Ultimal with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Codeine

Ultimal Contraindications

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

Is this Ultimal habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Ultimal has not been reported.

Ultimal Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ultimal

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

Taking alcohol with Ultimal can be dangerous.

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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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