Description
AL (Shal’Artem Forte) Tablets 80/480mg 6’s is a fixed-dose combination medication containing 80mg of Artemether and 480mg of Lumefantrine per tablet. This combination is used to treat acute, uncomplicated malaria infections caused by Plasmodium falciparum, the most common and dangerous malaria parasite.
Key Features:
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Active Ingredients: 80mg Artemether and 480mg Lumefantrine per tablet
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Treatment Regimen: 6 tablets for a complete 3-day course
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Dosage Schedule:
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Day 1: 1 tablet initially, then 1 tablet after 8 hours
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Days 2 & 3: 1 tablet twice daily (morning and evening)
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Administration: Take with food to enhance absorption
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Indication: For the treatment of acute, uncomplicated malaria in patients weighing at least 35 kg
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Packaging: Convenient pack of 6 tablets for a full treatment course
Usage Instructions:
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Administration: Take tablets with food to improve absorption.
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Missed Dose: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. If it’s almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose—do not double doses.
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Vomiting: If vomiting occurs within 1 to 2 hours after taking a dose, take another dose. If vomiting persists, consult your healthcare provider.
Storage:
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Store at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
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Keep out of reach of children.
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Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Ask your healthcare professional how to dispose of any medicine you do not use.
Important Notes:
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Not for Prevention: This medication is not used to prevent malaria.
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Not for Severe Malaria: Not approved for the treatment of severe or complicated malaria.
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Consult Healthcare Provider: Always use under the supervision of a healthcare professional.
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