Malacure Forte 500 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Malacure Forte 500 Tablet Information

Malacure Forte 500 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Malaria are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The optimal dosage of Malacure Forte 500 Tablet 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Malacure Forte 500 Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Malacure Forte 500 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Malacure Forte 500 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Malacure Forte 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Porphyria must refrain from the use of Malacure Forte 500 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Malacure Forte 500 Tablet contraindications section.

Additionally, Malacure Forte 500 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Malacure Forte 500 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Malacure Benefits & Uses
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Malacure Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Malacure
Malacure Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Malacure Forte 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Malacure Forte 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Malacure Forte 500 Tablet 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: 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: Malaria 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: Malaria 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: Malaria 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: Malaria 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 Forte 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Malacure Forte 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Malacure 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 Forte 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Malacure Forte 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Malacure can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Malacure Forte 500 Tablet on the Liver?

Malacure can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Malacure Forte 500 Tablet on the Heart?

Malacure can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Malacure Forte 500 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Malacure Forte 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Eye Disorders
Epilepsy
Psoriasis
Hearing Loss
Porphyria

Frequently asked Questions about Malacure Forte 500 Tablet

Is this Malacure Forte 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Malacure Forte 500 Tablet has not been reported.

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

After taking Malacure Forte 500 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Malacure Forte 500 Tablet can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Malacure Forte 500 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Malacure Forte 500 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Malacure Forte 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Malacure Forte 500 Tablet

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Malacure Forte 500 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Malacure Forte 500 Tablet

Information about the interaction of Malacure Forte 500 Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Malacure Forte 500 Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

Is Malacure safe to use?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Malacure is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects have been observed at a regular dose such as a headache, nausea, and vomiting. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above side effects.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Malacure cause hair loss?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Rarely, Malacure causes hair loss (alopecia). This problem goes away after discontinuation of this drug. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with the doctor for best possible treatment to hair loss.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Malacure helpful in lupus?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Malacure is helpful in lupus or systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). It is used in the treatment of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) as well as rheumatoid arthritis. Malacure works in rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) by suppressing the immune system which provides relief to the patient from pain and inflammation. However, the exact mechanism how Malacure works in these autoimmune diseases is still unknown.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Malacure cause anemia?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

Yes, Malacure may cause anemia as well as thrombocytopenia (low platelet count) but it occurs in a few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing tiredness or shortness of breath or bleeding then discuss with your doctor without further delay.

Question about 4 years ago

Can I take Malacure with paracetamol?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes Malacure can be taken with paracetamol. Paracetamol does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Malacure. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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

Malacure Forte 500 Tablet

Malacure Forte 500 Tablet Information

Malacure Forte 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Malacure Forte 500 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

Malacure Forte 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Malacure Forte 500 Tablet Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Malacure Forte 500 Tablet

Malacure Forte 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Malacure Forte 500 Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

Is Malacure safe to use?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Question over 4 years ago

Does Malacure cause hair loss?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Question over 4 years ago

Is Malacure helpful in lupus?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Question over 4 years ago

Can Malacure cause anemia?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

Question about 4 years ago

Can I take Malacure with paracetamol?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

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