Artesunate Injection 240 mg

Artesunate 240 mg Injection is a fast-acting antimalarial medicine used for the treatment of severe malaria, including Plasmodium falciparum malaria. It is widely recommended in emergency and hospital settings due to its rapid parasite-killing action.

It is especially preferred when patients cannot take oral antimalarials or require immediate treatment.

Specifications:

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Active Ingredient: Artesunate

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Strength: 240 mg

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Form: Powder for reconstitution + Injection

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Route: IV or IM

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Pack: 240 mg vial (with diluent instructions on packaging)

Uses / Indications:

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Treatment of severe malaria

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Management of complicated malaria infections

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Emergency treatment prior to oral therapy

Key Benefits:

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Rapid reduction of malaria parasite load

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Lifesaving in severe malaria cases

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Works faster than many other antimalarials

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Recommended by WHO for severe malaria

Dosage (General Hospital Guidance):

Doses vary by body weight and severity.

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Typically given IV/IM at 0, 12, and 24 hours, then once daily

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Must be administered by a trained healthcare professional

Precautions:

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Hospital use only

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Must be reconstituted properly before use

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Not to be self-administered

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Store in a cool, dry environment

Possible Side Effects:

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Dizziness

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Temporary low white blood cells

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Mild injection-site discomfort

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Fever (rare)