Smatif AL 80mg/480mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Smayan Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Artemether (80mg) + Lumefantrine (4mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Smatif AL 80mg/480mg Tablet is used for the treatment of malaria in both children and adults. It contains two antimalarial medicines.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Smatif AL 80mg/480mg 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. Headache, loss of appetite, weakness, joint pain, or muscle pain are some of the common side effects associated with this medicine. You may also feel dizzy after taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if these persist or worsen. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor about all the medicines that you may be taking for any other health conditions. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not take this medicine unless prescribed by the doctor, as it may have harmful effects on the developing baby.
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. Smatif AL 80mg/480mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Smatif AL 80mg/480mg 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
You have been prescribed Smatif AL 80mg/480mg Tablet for the treatment of acute uncomplicated malaria that is resistant to other antimalarial medications such as chloroquine. 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. Spray to kill any mosquitoes that may have entered rooms in spite of screening. 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. It may cause fatigue and dizziness. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration. If you vomit within 1 hour of taking the tablets, take another dose. Inform your doctor if you have kidney, liver, or heart disease.
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Frequently asked questions
How to take Smatif AL 80mg/480mg Tablet?
Take Smatif AL 80mg/480mg 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 Smatif AL 80mg/480mg Tablet while I am pregnant?
No, Smatif AL 80mg/480mg 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 Smatif AL 80mg/480mg Tablet?
The use of Smatif AL 80mg/480mg 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 Smatif AL 80mg/480mg 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.
