Fal-DP Capsule

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Fal-DP Capsule is an antiparasitic medicine, used for the treatment of malaria. It works by killing the malaria-causing parasite and stops the infection from spreading. It should not be taken if the patient is suffering from severe malaria affecting the brain, lungs, or kidneys.

Written By Dr. Lipika Khurana, PGDHHM, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS,
Last updated on 22 Dec 2025 | 02:50 PM (IST)

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General Information

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Piperaquine (NA)

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Zuventus Healthcare Ltd

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Product introduction

Fal-DP Capsule should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken on an empty stomach with water only. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Take measures to reduce the chance of being bitten by mosquitoes like using insect repellent creams on parts of your body, not covered by clothing. Spray mosquito repellent to kill any mosquitoes that may have entered rooms despite screening. Wear light-colored and covered clothing when you are outside after sunset.

Some people may experience palpitations, altered heart rate, cough, shortness of breath, and nausea, as side effects of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Inform your doctor if you ever had fits (seizures) or any problems with your kidney, heart, or liver.

Uses of Fal-DP Capsule

Malaria

Benefits of Fal-DP Capsule

Malaria
Fal-DP Capsule is an antimalarial medicine and is used to treat malaria, a serious or life-threatening illness that is spread by a parasite that enters the human body by the bite of infected mosquitoes. It kills the infection-causing parasite and stops the further spread of the infection. Take it only as prescribed and refrain from taking any other medicines along with this medicine (unless advised by the doctor) as they may affect the absorption of this medicine. Do not use this medicine for treating any other condition without consulting your doctor.

Side effects of Fal-DP Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Fal-DP

Palpitations
Atrial arrhythmias (altered heart rate)
Cough
Breathlessness
Nausea
Vomiting
Weakness

How to use Fal-DP Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Fal-DP Capsule is to be taken on an empty stomach.

How Fal-DP Capsule works

Fal-DP Capsule is an antiparasitic medication which treats malaria. It works 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.

Quick tips

Fal-DP Capsule should be taken on an empty stomach.
Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Tips to reduce the chance of being bitten by mosquitoes:
- Wear light-colored and covered clothing when you are outside after sunset.
- Use insect repellent creams or sprays on parts of your body not covered by clothing.
- Spray to kill any mosquitoes that may have entered rooms in spite of screening.
If you vomit within 1 hour of taking the tablets, take another dose.
Inform your doctor if you have kidney liver or heart disease.
Fal-DP Capsule should be taken on an empty stomach.
Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Tips to reduce the chance of being bitten by mosquitoes:
- Wear light-colored and covered clothing when you are outside after sunset.
- Use insect repellent creams or sprays on parts of your body not covered by clothing.
- Spray to kill any mosquitoes that may have entered rooms in spite of screening.
If you vomit within 1 hour of taking the tablets, take another dose.
Inform your doctor if you have kidney liver or heart disease.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Fal-DP Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Fal-DP Capsule during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CAUTION

Fal-DP Capsule should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.

Driving

SAFE

Fal-DP Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Fal-DP Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

CAUTION

Fal-DP Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Fal-DP with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Life-threatening

Domperidone (Oral Route)

Do not consume Piperaquine with Domperidone.

Severe

Amiodarone (Oral Route)

Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart rhythm, and your doctor may consider ECG monitoring in their presence.

Severe

Amiodarone (Injection Route)

Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart rhythm, and your doctor may consider ECG monitoring in their presence.

Severe

Disopyramide (Oral Route)

Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart rhythm, and your doctor may consider ECG monitoring in their presence.

Severe

Dronedarone (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart rhythm, and your doctor may consider ECG monitoring in their presence.

Frequently asked questions

Who should not use Fal-DP Capsule?

Use of Fal-DP Capsule should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Fal-DP Capsule or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Fal-DP Capsule for the first time, consult your doctor.

What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Fal-DP Capsule?

Before starting treatment with Fal-DP Capsule, inform your doctor if you have any other health problems, like kidney or heart problems. This is because certain medical conditions may affect your treatment and you may even need dose modifications. Also, let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Is Fal-DP Capsule safe?

Fal-DP Capsule is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

What if I forget to take a dose of Fal-DP Capsule?

If you forget a dose of Fal-DP Capsule, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Can I stop taking Fal-DP Capsule when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Fal-DP Capsule without consulting your doctor even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.

How long does it take for malaria symptoms to show?

Symptoms of malaria can develop as quickly as 7 days after you are bitten by an infected mosquito. Usually, the symptoms may take upto 7 to 18 days to appear (incubation periods) from the day of the infection. However, in some cases, it can take up to one year for the symptoms to develop. Initial symptoms of malaria are flu-like which include feeling hot and shivery, muscle pains, vomiting, headaches and diarrhea.

How can you prevent yourself from getting malaria?

Malaria can be avoided by taking the right approach towards prevention. Avoid mosquito bites by covering your arms and legs, using mosquito net and insect repellent. Check with your doctor whether you need to take malaria prevention tablets. If you do, make sure you take the right antimalarial tablets at the right dose, and finish the proper course of treatment. Seek immediate medical advice from the doctor if you have malaria symptoms.

Can I take Fal-DP Capsule if I have kidney disease?

Fal-DP Capsule should be used with caution in patients having an impaired kidney function. Do not self medicate and avoid its use if the impairment is very severe then the use of this medicine should be avoided. Therefore, inform your doctor before taking Fal-DP Capsule.

Can I take Fal-DP Capsule when I am pregnant?

No, the use of Fal-DP Capsule is not recommended during pregnancy as it may harm your unborn baby. Seek proper advice from your doctor on using this medicine, if you are pregnant.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Quinoline derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI MALARIALS

Action Class

Other Antimalarial Agents

Related lab tests

Malarial Falciparum & Vivax Antigen

Malarial Parasite Identification

Peripheral Smear Examination

Peripheral Smear for Malaria

References

Vinetz JM, Clain J, Bounkeua V, et al. Chemotherapy of Malaria. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 1398.
ScienceDirect. Piperaquine. [Accessed 30 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:

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Name: Zuventus Healthcare Ltd
Address: Office No. 5119, 5th Floor, 'D' Wing, Oberoi Garden Estates, Chandivili, Andheri (E), Mumbai - 400 072.

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Fal-DP Capsule

Benefits of Fal-DP Capsule

Side effects of Fal-DP Capsule

How to use Fal-DP Capsule

How Fal-DP Capsule works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Domperidone (Oral Route)

Amiodarone (Oral Route)

Amiodarone (Injection Route)

Disopyramide (Oral Route)

Dronedarone (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

Who should not use Fal-DP Capsule?

What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Fal-DP Capsule?

Is Fal-DP Capsule safe?

What if I forget to take a dose of Fal-DP Capsule?

Can I stop taking Fal-DP Capsule when I feel better?

How long does it take for malaria symptoms to show?

How can you prevent yourself from getting malaria?

Can I take Fal-DP Capsule if I have kidney disease?

Can I take Fal-DP Capsule when I am pregnant?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Malarial Falciparum & Vivax Antigen

Malarial Parasite Identification

Peripheral Smear Examination

Peripheral Smear for Malaria

References

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