Falcydol 40mg Capsule is an antiparasitic medication. It is used in the treatment of malaria. It is not used to prevent malaria or to treat severe malaria (where it has affected the brain, lungs or kidneys).Falcydol 40mg Capsule should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it with food, preferably at a fixed time. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.Common side effects of this medicine include headache, dizziness, muscle pain, and joint pain. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. You may be monitored with blood tests once a week for 4 weeks to detect the presence of malarial parasites.
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Last updated on: 24-06-2025
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Falcydol 40mg Capsule is an antiparasitic medication. It is used in the treatment of malaria. It is not used to prevent malaria or to treat severe malaria (where it has affected the brain, lungs or kidneys).Falcydol 40mg Capsule should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it with food, preferably at a fixed time. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.Common side effects of this medicine include headache, dizziness, muscle pain, and joint pain. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. You may be monitored with blood tests once a week for 4 weeks to detect the presence of malarial parasites.
Malaria
In Malaria : Falcydol 40mg Capsule is an antimalarial medicine and is used to treat malaria, a serious or life-threatening illness that is spread by a parasite that enters the human body by the bite of infected mosquitoes. It kills the infection causing parasite and stops further spread of the infection. Take it only as prescribed and refrain from taking any other medicines 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.
Side effects of Falcydol Capsule The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you�re worried about them Common side effects of Falcydol Headache Dizziness Muscle pain Joint pain
How to use Falcydol Capsule Follow your doctor's guidance regarding the dose and duration of this medication. Falcydol 40mg Capsule is to be taken with food.
How Falcydol Capsule works Falcydol 40mg Capsule is an antiparasitic medication. It works by producing harmful chemicals (free radicals) within the malarial parasite, thereby killing it.
Alcohol
Consult your Doctor: Please consult your doctor regarding the safety of consuming alcohol with Falcydol 40mg Capsule . Experts have not found evidence of alcohol impairing the effectiveness of the medicine.
Pregnancy
Falcydol 40mg Capsule 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. Doctor consultation is advised.
Breast feeding
Falcydol 40mg Capsule should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
Falcydol 40mg Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
Falcydol 40mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Falcydol 40mg Capsule may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised.
Liver
Falcydol 40mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Falcydol 40mg Capsule may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised.
If a dose of Falcydol 40mg Capsule is missed, it's advisable to consult your doctor.
Store in a cool and dry place, and keep the temperature below 30�C
Falcydol 40mg Capsule should be taken with food or drinks enriched with fat such as milk. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration. Do not take this medicine if you are in the first 3 months of pregnancy. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you notice flu-like symptoms such as chills, fever, muscle pains and any changes in a heartbeat. You may be asked for a regular blood test once a week while taking this medicine.
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