Malaria

In Malaria Artunate 120 Injection is an antimalarial medicine and is used alone or with other medications 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). This medicine is given by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Refrain from taking any other medicines or antacids 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.

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Artunate 120 Injection is an antiparasitic medication. It is used in the treatment of malaria. It is not used to prevent malaria or to treat severe malaria (where it has affected the brain lungs or kidneys).Artunate 120 Injection is administered as an injection by a healthcare professional. Kindly do not self-administer. It is given in cases where oral administration is not possible.Some people may experience a headache dizziness weakness and loss of appetite as the side effects of this medicine. You may also notice some injection site reactions like pain swelling or redness. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. You may be monitored with blood tests once a week for 4 weeks to detect the presence of malarial parasites.

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Artunate 120 Injection. Please consult your doctor. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Artunate 120 Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Artunate 120 Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE <p> Artunate 120 Injection may decrease alertness affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> There is limited information available on the use of Artunate 120 Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> There is limited information available on the use of Artunate 120 Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Artunate 120 Injection please consult your doctor.\\n

Chemical Class :: Sesquiterpene lactones|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: ANTI MALARIALS|Action Class :: Antimalarial- Artemisinin and derivatives

Malaria

Headache | Dizziness | Weakness | Loss of appetite | Injection site reactions (pain swelling redness)

Q. Who should not use Artunate 120 Injection?::: Use of Artunate 120 Injection should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Artunate 120 Injection or any of its components. However if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Artunate 120 Injection for the first time consult your doctor. | Q. What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Artunate 120 Injection?::: Before starting treatment with Artunate 120 Injection inform your doctor if you have any other health conditions like a kidney- or heart-related problem. 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.| Q. Is Artunate 120 Injection safe?::: Artunate 120 Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.| Q. How is Artunate 120 Injection administered?::: Artunate 120 Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the maximum benefit from Artunate 120 Injection.