RC ZONTY Injection
MALARIA kill in year what AIDS killed in 15 years
Is a fast acting blood schizonticide specifically indicated for the treatment of chloroquine resistant p.falciparum malaria and cerebral malaria cases
A synthetic derivative of artemisinin, a product of Chinese plant Artemisia annua
Eliminated by hepatic metabolism
Acts rapidly, stopping parasite development and preventing subsequent cytoadherence and resetting.
Composition:
Artesunate 60 mg Injection.
Indication of Artesunate 60 mg Injection:
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Severe malaria including cerebral malaria
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As a second line treatment in chloroquine-resistant falciparum malaria.
Contra-Indications of Artesunate 60 mg Injection:
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Not known
Drug Interaction of Artesunate 60 mg Injection:
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Antimalarials action potentiated by oxidant drugs
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Additive effect seen with chloroquine.
Side Effects of Artesunate 60 mg Injection:
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Drug Fever
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Drug Rush
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Bradycardia
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Transient And Reversible Reticulocytopenia
Packaging:
60mg Injection in tray pack with mono carton.
For Use of Registered Medical Practitioner or a Hospital Only.
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