Prescription Required.
Artesunate is the active ingredient in this medication.It belongs to a class of drugs called antimalarials.
Treatment of uncomplicated malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum, the most dangerous type of malaria.
May also be used for severe malaria in combination with other medications.
Tesunate 50mg Tab (Artesunate) works by killing the malaria parasite that infects red blood cells. It does this by interfering with the parasite's ability to produce proteins essential for its survival.
Store Artesunate at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture.
Dosage depends on the severity of the malaria infection, the age and weight of the patient, and the specific formulation of Artesunate being used.
Artesunate is usually taken orally, either as a tablet or syrup.
It can also be administered intravenously or intramuscularly in severe cases.
Always follow your doctor's instructions carefully.
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Headache
Fever
Weakness
Rash
Itching
Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
Avoid alcohol while taking Artesunate, as it can increase the risk of side effects.
Artesunate may cause dizziness and drowsiness, so avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you.
Artesunate is not recommended for use during pregnancy, especially during the first trimester. It is also not recommended for breastfeeding women, as it may pass into breast milk.
The dosage of Artesunate for children will be determined by the doctor, based on the child's age and weight.
Artesunate may be harmful to the kidneys, especially if you have pre-existing kidney problems. Your doctor may need to monitor your kidney function while you are taking this medication.
Artesunate may be harmful to the liver, especially if you have pre-existing liver problems. Your doctor may need to monitor your liver function while you are taking this medication.
World Health Organization (WHO): https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/malaria
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): https://www.cdc.gov/malaria/about/index.html
National Institutes of Health (NIH): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1773408/
DrugBank: https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00477
