Treatment of Malaria

In Treatment of Malaria Malaria is an infection that is transmitted by mosquito bites. Arteq LF 80 mg/480 mg Tablet effectively treats malaria by killing the malarial parasites. However it should not be used to prevent malaria and should be taken only when prescribed by a doctor. This medicine makes you feel better within a few days of treatment. But if you have fever chills muscle pain or headache soon after you finish your treatment this could be a sign that you still are infected with malaria. Consult your doctor immediately if you notice any such symptoms.\u003cbr>\u003cbr>Refrain from taking any other medicines or antacids along with this medicine (unless advised by the doctor) as they may affect the absorption of this medicine. Do not use this medicine for treating any other condition without consulting your doctor.

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. Arteq LF 80 mg/480 mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Arteq LF 80 mg/480 mg Tablet is used for the treatment of malaria in both children and adults. It contains two medicines both of which belong to a group of medicines called antimalarials. However it is not used to prevent malaria or to treat severe/complicated malaria (when the brain lungs or kidneys are affected).Arteq LF 80 mg/480 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.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 be harmful effects on the developing baby.

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. Arteq LF 80 mg/480 mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Arteq LF 80 mg/480 mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Arteq LF 80 mg/480 mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Arteq LF 80 mg/480 mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE <p> Arteq LF 80 mg/480 mg Tablet may decrease alertness affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : CAUTION <p> Arteq LF 80 mg/480 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Arteq LF 80 mg/480 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. | - Liver : CAUTION <p> Arteq LF 80 mg/480 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Arteq LF 80 mg/480 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

If you miss a dose of Arteq LF 80 mg/480 mg Tablet take it as soon as possible. However if it is almost time for your next dose skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: ANTI MALARIALS

Treatment of Malaria

Headache | Loss of appetite | Dizziness | Weakness | Joint pain | Muscle pain

Q. How to take Arteq LF 80 mg/480 mg Tablet?::: Take Arteq LF 80 mg/480 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.| Q. Can I take Arteq LF 80 mg/480 mg Tablet while I am pregnant?::: No Arteq LF 80 mg/480 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.| Q. Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Arteq LF 80 mg/480 mg Tablet?::: The use of Arteq LF 80 mg/480 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.| Q. What should I know about the storage and disposal of Arteq LF 80 mg/480 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.