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Halofantrine Hcl Oral - Halofantrine - Oral Generic Drug
General Information
- Below is miscellaneous information regarding Halofantrine Hcl Oral
- Halfan
- hal-oh-FAN-treen
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Symptoms of overdose may include stomach pain, vomiting, cramping, diarrhea, and irregular heartbeat.
Possible Side Effects
- Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite, dizziness and headache may occur.
- If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
- Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these unlikely but serious side effects.
What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose
- It is important not to miss any doses.
- However, if you do miss a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist promptly to establish a new dosing schedule.
Halofantrine Hcl Oral Miscellaneous Notes
- Do not share this medication with others.
- Laboratory or medical tests may be performed to monitor your progress.
- Your heart rhythm (ECG) will be monitored during and for 8 to 12 hours after therapy.
Usage Instructions
- Take this medication by mouth on an empty stomach, 1 hour before or 2 hours after food, generally every 6 hours for 3 doses as directed by your physician.
- Do not take with food.
- Taking this drug with food will increase the side effects.
- Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
- Do not exceed the recommended dose of this medication, as serious side effects may occur.
Halofantrine Hcl Oral Storage Instructions
- Store at room temperature between 68 to 77 degrees F (20 to 25 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
Medicinal Applications
- This medication is used to treat malaria.
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of.
Warning
- Rarely, this medication has caused serious, sometimes fatal heart problems (for example, ventricular arrhythmias), even at recommended doses.
- Halofantrine is not recommended for use while using other medications known to cause heart problems (for example, prolonged QT interval), nor in people who have ever used mefloquine.
- Halofantrine is not recommended for use if you have a history of heart problems or have had unexplained fainting episodes.
- Your doctor will monitor you closely while you are using this medication.
Read Before Using Halofantrine Hcl Oral (precautions)
- Tell your doctor your medical history, including.