Artemether (80mg) + Lumefantrine (480mg)
Ecother XL Forte 80mg/480mg Tablet is used in the treatment of malaria.
6 tablets in 1 strip
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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. Ecother XL Forte 80mg/480mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Ecother XL Forte 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.
Related Warnings
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Ecother XL Forte 80mg/480mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Ecother XL Forte 80mg/480mg Tablet is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.
Ecother XL Forte 80mg/480mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.
Ecother XL Forte 80mg/480mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ecother XL Forte 80mg/480mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Ecother XL Forte 80mg/480mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ecother XL Forte 80mg/480mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
