Artecan – Artesunate Injection
International Name :
Artecan
Active Ingredient :
Artesunate
Manufacturer :
American Remedies
Form :
Injection
Packing :
Vial
Strength :
60mg/120mg
Description
ARTESUNATE (ARTECAN) INJECTION – TREATMENT OF MALARIA
ARTESUNATE (ARTECAN) is an anti-malarial drug that is primarily used to treat malaria. Malaria is a parasitic disease caused by the plasmodium parasite and spread through the bite of infected Anopheles mosquitos. When an infected mosquito bites a healthy person, the ‘Plasmodium parasite’ is transmitted into the bloodstream, affecting red blood cells and liver cells. It kills the parasites by forming harmful chemicals within the malarial parasite.
SIDE EFFECTS OF ARTESUNATE INJECTION
Headache
Dizziness
Weakness
Appetite loss
Reactions at the injection site (pain, swelling, redness)
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
It is unknown whether drinking alcohol while taking Artesunate Injection is safe. Please consult your physician.
Pregnancy
Using Artesunate Injection during pregnancy may be dangerous. Although there have been few human studies, animal studies have revealed harmful effects on the developing baby. Before prescribing them to you, your doctor will consider the benefits as well as any potential risks. Please consult your physician.
Breastfeeding
Artesunate Injection is most likely safe to use while breastfeeding. According to the limited human data, the drug poses no significant risk to the baby.
