Felban AL 40 mg/240 mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Pfizer Ltd
Salt Composition
Artemether (40mg) + Lumefantrine (2mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Felban AL 40 mg/240 mg Tablet is used for the treatment of malaria in both children and adults.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Felban AL 40 mg/240 mg Tablet works by killing the malaria-causing parasites thereby preventing further spread of the infection. It should be taken with food as this will help your body better absorb the medicine. Take it in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not take more than the recommended dose as this may have harmful effects on your body. Complete the full course of treatment to make sure the infection is treated completely.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Felban AL 40 mg/240 mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Felban AL 40 mg/240 mg Tablet is a combination of two antiparasitic medicines: Artemether and Lumefantrine which treats malaria. These medicines work by increasing the levels of haeme in the blood, a substance toxic to the malarial parasite. This kills the parasite and stops the infection from spreading.
Quick Tips
Wear light-coloured and covered clothing when you are outside after sunset. Use insect repellent creams or sprays on parts of your body not covered by clothing. Finish the prescribed course even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat. It should be taken with food or drinks rich in fat such as milk. Finish the prescribed course even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat. It may cause fatigue and dizziness. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration. Take another dose if you vomit within 1 hour of taking the tablets. Inform your doctor if you have kidney, liver or heart disease.
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Frequently asked questions
How to take Felban AL 40 mg/240 mg Tablet?
Take Felban AL 40 mg/240 mg Tablet with food, exactly as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine is usually taken twice a day with a meal for 3 days, or as directed. On your first day of treatment, take your first dose with food, followed by your second dose 8 hours later. Then for the next 2 days, take one dose in the morning and one dose in the evening. Patients should be encouraged to resume normal eating as soon as food can be tolerated, since this improves the absorption of the medicine.
Can I take Felban AL 40 mg/240 mg Tablet while I am pregnant?
No, Felban AL 40 mg/240 mg Tablet is considered to be harmful for women in their first trimester of pregnancy. The reason being, it increases the chances of fetal loss.
Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Felban AL 40 mg/240 mg Tablet?
The use of Felban AL 40 mg/240 mg Tablet is considered to be harmful for patients with a known hypersensitivity to any of the active or inactive ingredients of the medicine. Caution is advised in patients with cases of severe malaria and in the first trimester of pregnancy.
What should I know about the storage and disposal of Felban AL 40 mg/240 mg Tablet?
It is advised to keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. It should be kept out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture.
