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Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S is prescribed to patients suffering from an active malarial infection. Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S can be used in combination with another antimalarial drug or separately. Malaria is transmitted through mosquitoes (plasmodium falciparum) and is prevalent in many countries. The virus once transmitted can infect human blood cells or the liver. Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S is prescribed to eliminate viruses from infected blood cells. Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S is not used for the prevention of malaria.

Two to three tablets daily are usually (commonly) prescribed to patients aged 18 years and above; for three or seven days. Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S is to be taken regularly with food, preferably at the same time each day to help the patient remember their daily dose. The patient ought to discuss this with their physician before ceasing intake of the medicine even if the patient is no longer suffering from common symptoms of malaria, as ceasing the intake of the medicine has been reported in cases of reinfection.

Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S might show mild side effects such as headaches, fatigue, and stomach problems which resolve on their own in a few days. Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S is not safe to be prescribed to pregnant or lactating mothers. While undergoing treatment with Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S, the physician may ask the patient to get certain lab work done periodically to monitor the effects of the drug on the patient’s body and monitor the patient’s blood pressure, ECG readings, and potassium levels regularly. Accordingly, the physician may change the dosage of the drug prescribed.

Indications

Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S can be used to treat:

• Malaria 

How Does Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S Work

Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S works by forming free heme products that aid in destroying the parasite and preventing its reproduction in the human blood cells.

How To Use Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S

Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S is meant to be ingested orally (by mouth) with food or milk for a 3 or 7-day period. If you miss a dose of the medication, make sure you take it as soon as possible on that same day. If you don’t remember you missed the dose until the next day, do not double the dose and take your medication as per schedule as that will lead to serious adverse effects. If this happens very often, try setting an alarm as a reminder.

Dosage

Treatment with Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S can last for a time duration of 3 days or a period of 7 days; the duration of treatment depends solely upon each individual’s weight, age, symptoms, and any other illnesses the patient might be experiencing.

Adult Dosage

Malarial Treatment: Individuals aged 18 years and above, weighing 40kg and above can ingest 2-3 tablets of 500mg/25mg daily at once. This course of treatment is to be maintained for the next 3 or 7 days. Patients are advised to not skip a single dose.

Malarial Prophylaxis Treatment:Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S is not commonly prescribed for the prevention of Malaria but if need be; individuals aged 18 years and above, weighing 40kg and above can ingest 1 tablet of 500mg/25mg once before departure and once daily during the patient’s stay; followed by daily ingestion of Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S for 4-6 days upon returning home.

Child Dosage

Malarial Treatment: Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S is not commonly prescribed for the prevention of Malaria but if need be; children aged 2 months and above, weighing 10kg and above can ingest ½,1, or 1½ a tablet of 500mg/25mg once every day for a period of 3 or 7 days. 

Malarial Prophylaxis Treatment: Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S is not commonly prescribed for the prevention of Malaria but if need be; children aged 2 months and above, weighing 10kg and above can ingest ¼ or ½ tablet of 500mg/25mg once every week during their stay and continue treatment.

Elderly Dosage 

Dosage for patients aged 65 years and above, is entirely dependent upon each patient’s weight and any other disease that the patient might be suffering from.

Pregnancy Use And Lactation

Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S is deemed unsafe to be prescribed to pregnant and breastfeeding women. If you are undergoing treatment with Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S and become pregnant, inform your doctor immediately, the doctor will ask you to stop using Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S.

Contraindications

Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S:

• Allergic reaction to Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S or any other drug or ingredient
• Moderate to severe Kidney disease/impairment 
• Moderate to severe Liver disease/impairment
• Moderate to severe Lung disease/impairment
• Megaloblastic anemia 
• Complicated Malaria 
• Infants (aged 2 years and below) 

Precautions 

Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S:

• Mild to moderate Kidney disease/impairment
• Mild to moderate Liver disease/impairment 
• Mild to moderate Lung disease/impairment

Interactions With Other Medications

Please tell your doctor about the use of the following before using Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S:

• Cotrimoxazole 
• Chloroquine 
• Sulfonamides 
• Carbamazepine 
• Live Cholera vaccine 
• Methotrexate 
• Sapropterin
• Zidovudine 
• Sulfamethoxazole 
• Lorazepam 
• Trimethoprim 

Adverse Effects

Common Adverse Effects

Like most medicines, Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S has certain side effects which include:

• Sore throat 
• Fever 
• Headache 
• Stomach problems (such as diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting)
• Fatigue 

These effects tend to be mild and resolve in a few days of taking Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S.

Rare Adverse Effects

If any of the following adverse effects are seen or felt, the patient is advised to immediately contact their doctor

• Skin rash 
• Yellowing of eyes and skin 
• Difficulty in breathing 
• Easy bruising 

How To Cope With Some Of The Adverse Effects

• Headaches- In which case make sure you rest and drink plenty of fluids. Avoid the use of alcohol. Take a prescribed painkiller. Consult your doctor if the headaches last longer than a week or are severe
• Feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting) or diarrhea –Avoid eating rich or spicy food. It might help to take medication after food. If you’re sick, try drinking small, frequent sips of water.
• Fatigue- Patients experiencing this adverse effect, are advised to take deep breaths, intake tea or coffee, get a good night’s rest, and not overburden themselves for a few days.
• Fever- Patients are asked to ingest over-the-counter painkillers (such as Paracetamol), partake in plenty of fluids, and rest for a couple of days till the symptoms pass
• Sore throat – Can be eased by adding honey to warm drinks and having oral lozenges, to provide soothing relief to an irritated throat. Ginger tea has been known to decrease inflammation of an irritated throat thus, providing relief.

FAQ’S

#1. How To Store Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S?

Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S is to be kept away from the reach of children, in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and humidity as that tends to ruin certain drugs.

#2. What If I Take Too Much Of Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S?

In case of too much consumption by accident, kindly contact your doctor or nearby hospital right away. The amount of medication that can result in severe side effects varies from person to person. An overdose results in slowing down of heart rate and difficulty breathing accompanied by dizziness and fainting spells.

#3. What If I Miss A Dose Of Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S?

If you miss a dose of the medication, make sure you take it as soon as possible on that same day. If you don’t remember you missed the dose until the next dosage time or the next day, do not double the dose and take your medication as per schedule.

#4. How Is Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S Supposed To Be Taken?

Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S is meant to be ingested orally (by mouth) with food or milk for a 3 or 7-day period.

#5. Can I Take Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S During My Pregnancy?

No,Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S is deemed unsafe to be ingested during pregnancy.

#6. What Are Common Side Effects Caused By Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S?

• Fatigue 
• Headache 
• Dizziness 
• Skin rash 
• Stomach problems (vomiting, nausea, diarrhea)

#7. How Long Will I Have To Continue Taking The Medication?

It is a short-term treatment. Usually prescribed for a period of 3 or 7 days.

#8. Can I Consume Alcohol With Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S?

Alcohol is also known to lower your blood pressure which if taken with the medication may lead to extreme dizziness. It is best to avoid the intake of alcohol during your treatment.

#9. Is Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S Safe To Give To Elderly Patients?

Yes. This drug can be easily and safely prescribed to patients above 18 years of age. For elderly patients the dosage of the drug may be lower than normal due to decreased kidney function,Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S may not be effectively removed from the body and so, in such cases, the doctor may prescribe an altered dose of the Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S.

#10. Is Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S Safe Enough To Be Prescribed To Lactating Women?

There is evidence to suggest that Fansidar 500mg+25mg Tablet 10 ‘S passes into breast milk; therefore this drug is not prescribed to breastfeeding women.