Difference Between Amatem Forte Tablet And Amatem Forte Softgel

There are two types of amatem forte with differences in their manufacturing process and product. They are amatem forte tablet and amatem forte softgel. Although, they are similar in many aspects like the composition, strength and dose. You may be wondering what the difference is and which is the best to buy.

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Amatem forte tablet and softgel is a malaria drug containing artemether (80 mg) and lumefantrine (480 mg). It is marketed by Elbe pharma Nigeria LTD but made by olive healthcare in India. Both are packaged in a pack containing a sachet with 6 tablets or softgel.

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Difference Between Amatem Forte Tablet And Amatem Forte Softgel

The main difference between amatem forte tablet and amatem forte softgel is the manufacturing process. Tablets are commonly manufactured by wet granulation, dry granulation or direct compression. On the other hand, softgel is not easily prepared except on a large scale and with specialized equipment, an expensive dosage form. Softgel shells are a combination of gelatin, water, opacifier and a plasticiser such as glycerin or sorbitol.

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Improved bioavailability of Amatem forte softgel makes it more present in the bloodstream than the tablets. The implication is that Amatem Softgel has a faster onset of action and is more efficacious than tablets formulation.

Another advantage of Amatem forte softgel over amatem forte tablet is that there is better patient compliance. This is because amatem forte softgel is not bitter and easy to swallow.

If I may add, amatem forte softgel is more expensive.