Arakoda and Embeda

• Generic Name: tafenoquine
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Arakoda, Krintafel

Arakoda (tafenoquine) is an anti-malaria medicine that works by interfering with the growth of parasites in the red blood cells of the human body.

Parasites that cause malaria typically enter the body through the bite of a mosquito. Malaria is common in areas such as Africa, South America, and Southern Asia.

Arakoda is used to treat malaria in people who are also using other anti-malaria medications.

Arakoda is for use in people 18 years of age and older. It is not known if Arakoda is safe and effective in children.

• Generic Name: morphine / naltrexone
• Dosage Forms: capsule, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Embeda

Embeda contains a combination of morphine and naltrexone. Morphine is an opioid pain medication. An opioid is sometimes called a narcotic. Naltrexone blocks certain effects of opioid medication, including feelings of well-being that can lead to opioid abuse.

Embeda is used to treat moderate to severe pain when around-the-clock pain relief is needed for a long time period. Naltrexone is included in this medication to prevent the misuse of the narcotic ingredient.

Embeda is an extended-release opioid pain medicine that is not for use on an as-needed basis for pain.