Actizo 40/240 Mg Tablet 8

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Actizo 40/240 Mg Tablet 8 Description

Actizo Tablet is an antimalarial medicine. It is used to treat malaria when other antimalarial medicines are ineffective. Actizo is a combination medicine containing artemether and lumefantrine as it

s main components. This medicine works by acting directly on malaria-causing organisms and thus inhibiting their growth. Take this medicine with meals or a glass of milk to avoid an upset stomach. It should be taken as directed by the doctor and in the exact dose and duration as prescribed. Do not stop taking this medicine, even if you start feeling better after taking this medicine. Stopping this medicine suddenly may result in treatment failure and incomplete eradication of malaria-causing organisms from the body. Thereby, increasing the risk of re-infection.

Product Summary

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Contains	Lumefantrine(240.0 Mg) + Artemether(40.0 Mg)
Uses	Malaria
Side effects	Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, dizziness
Therapy	ANTI-MALARIAL

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Actizo 40/240 Mg Tablet 8

Actizo Tablet is used for the treatment of malaria cases not responding to other anti-malarial medicines.

Contraindications of Actizo 40/240 Mg Tablet 8

If you are allergic to artemether and lumefantrine or any of the ingredients of the Actizo Tablet.
If you have a serious malarial infection with impaired body functions like difficulty in breathing, fits, kidney brain and liver-related problems.
If you have a family history of heart disease.
If you are taking medicines such as Flecainide, Metoprolol, Imipramine, Amitriptyline, Clomipramine, Terfenadine, Astemizole or Cisapride.
If you have heart diseases like irregular heart rhythm or heart failure.
If you have an imbalance of electrolytes in your body due to fluid loss.

Side effects of Actizo 40/240 Mg Tablet 8

Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach pain
Headache
Cough
Dizziness
Fatigue
Muscle or joint pain

Precautions and Warnings of Actizo 40/240 Mg Tablet 8

Pregnancy

Can I take the Actizo Tablet during pregnancy?

Actizo Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy. However, doctors may give this medicine to pregnant women under critical situations where alternate antimalarial medicine is not able to trea...
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For women who are using birth control measures (such as oral, transdermal patch or other systemic hormonal contraceptives), your doctor may advise you to take an additional non-hormonal method of birt...
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Breast Feeding

Can I take the Actizo Tablet while breastfeeding?

It is advised not to breastfeed your baby during the treatment with the Actizo Tablet, as it is unknown if this medicine passes into breast milk. You have to wait for at least for 1-week post-treatment to start breastfeeding again.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed a Actizo Tablet?

Actizo Tablet makes you feel sleepy, dizzy and weak. Thus it is advised not to drive when you are taking this medicine.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with a Actizo Tablet?

Consuming alcohol may aggravate some of the side effects of Actizo Tablet like stomach problems and mental disturbances. Thus, it is advised not to consume alcohol during treatment.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have a family history of irregular heartbeats or sudden death due to heart problems.
You have heart disorders like irregular heartbeat, slow heart rate, etc.
You have serious kidney and liver function problems.
You are pregnant (first trimester) or planning a pregnancy.
You are taking any other medicine to treat malaria-like Quinine or Mefloquine, special medical observation is required.
Your existing disease condition gets worsened after taking this medicine, immediate attention of a doctor is required.
You are an HIV positive patient and taking medicines to treat HIV.
You are using pills as contraceptive measures, you need to use an alternative method of contraception like condoms at least for a month.

Mode of Action of Actizo 40/240 Mg Tablet 8

How Does It Work?

Actizo Tablet works by killing a malarial parasite called plasmodium.

Directions for Use of Actizo 40/240 Mg Tablet 8

Actizo Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor preferably with food, a beverage containing milk or water. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. It would be best if you take it at a fi...

Interactions of Actizo 40/240 Mg Tablet 8

Interactions with other medicines

Never take medicines like Clarithromycin, Ciprofloxacin, Fluconazole, Terfenadine, Flecainide, Cisapride with Actizo Tablet as it can lead to serious heart problems.
Medicines like Metoprolol, Imipramine, Amitriptyline, Clomipramine, anti-malarial medicines like Mefloquine, Quinine should not be taken with this medicine.
If you have taken a Actizo Tablet, Rifampin, Carbamazepine and Phenytoin should not be taken for at least one month.
Medicines used to treat HIV infection (antiretroviral) like Ritonavir, Nevirapine or Efavirenz.
You should not take a Actizo Tablet if you have taken Halofantrine - an anti-malarial medicine, within a month.
Actizo Tablet interferes with the way oral contraceptive medication work. Thus it is advised to use alternative physical contraceptive measures like condoms during the treatment and at least one month...
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Antifungal medicines like Ketoconazole.
Discuss with your doctor about any other medicine, herbal preparation and supplements you are taking currently to avoid any possible interactions.

Interactions with food items

Grapefruit juice should be avoided during the treatment.

Storage and disposal of Actizo 40/240 Mg Tablet 8

Store Actizo Tablets below 30°C.
Protect it from light and moisture.
Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Dosage of Actizo 40/240 Mg Tablet 8

Overdose

There is limited information about the effect of an overdose of Actizo Tablet. In case of an overdose, contact your doctor or reach out to your nearest hospital as soon as possible. Try to carry the p...

It would be best if you don't miss a dose of anti-malarial medicine as it may lead to treatment failure.
If you have missed taking any dose of the Actizo Tablet, take it as soon as you remember.
If it's already the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule.
Never take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Mansi Savla

B. Pharm, PharmD

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Can the use of the Actizo Tablet cause dizziness?

A: Yes, the use of Actizo can cause dizziness along with the desired effect, but not everyone gets them. If you experience this symptom, it is recommended to avoid driving or to perform any activity.

Q: What is the Actizo Tablet used for?

A: Actizo Tablet is an anti-malarial medicine. It contains artemether and lumefantrine as their active ingredients. Actizo is used to treat malaria when other anti-malarial medicines are ineffective. This medicine kills all malaria-causing organisms.

Q: Can the Actizo Tablet be used for dengue?

A: No, the Actizo Tablet should not be used to treat dengue. It is used to treat malarial infections caused by the malarial parasite.

Q: Can I stop taking Actizo if I feel improvement in symptoms?

A: Keep taking this medicine even if your symptoms improve to help keep the disease under control as advised by your doctor for the specified duration. Otherwise, it may result in treatment failure and the infection might reoccur.

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