Description

ARTESUNATE+PYRIMETHAMINE+SULFADOXINE

ARTESUNATE+PYRIMETHAMINE+SULFADOXINE belongs to a group of anti-malarial drugs used to treat uncomplicated falciparum malaria. Malaria is a mosquito-borne disease caused by the female anopheles mosquito. Malaria is transmitted through the bite of infected mosquitoes, which carry the Plasmodium parasite. The symptoms usually develop within 10days to 4weeks after the infection.

 

ARTESUNATE+PYRIMETHAMINE+SULFADOXINE is a combination of three drugs, namely: Artesunate, Pyrimethamine, and Sulfadoxine. Artesunate generates free radicals, thereby inhibits nucleic acid and protein synthesis of the Plasmodium parasites during erythrocytic stages. Pyrimethamine binds to haem and forms a complex which is toxic to the malarial parasite. Sulfadoxine prevents the parasite from producing folinic acid, which is necessary for their multiplication. Together, ARTESUNATE+PYRIMETHAMINE+SULFADOXINE helps in treating malaria.

 

You are advised to take ARTESUNATE+PYRIMETHAMINE+SULFADOXINE for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, dizziness, abdominal pain, headache, diarrhoea, and fatigue. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

 

Consult your doctor before taking ARTESUNATE+PYRIMETHAMINE+SULFADOXINE if you are pregnant. Avoid breastfeeding while taking ARTESUNATE+PYRIMETHAMINE+SULFADOXINE. ARTESUNATE+PYRIMETHAMINE+SULFADOXINE may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. ARTESUNATE+PYRIMETHAMINE+SULFADOXINE should be given to children only if prescribed by the doctor. Avoid consuming alcohol along with ARTESUNATE+PYRIMETHAMINE+SULFADOXINE as it could lead to increased dizziness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects.

Uses of ARTESUNATE+PYRIMETHAMINE+SULFADOXINE

Malaria

Medicinal Benefits

ARTESUNATE+PYRIMETHAMINE+SULFADOXINE is a combination of three drugs, namely: Artesunate, Pyrimethamine, and Sulfadoxine. ARTESUNATE+PYRIMETHAMINE+SULFADOXINE belongs to a group of medicines called anti-malarial drugs used to treat uncomplicated Plasmodium falciparum malaria. Artesunate is an anti-parasitic agent which generates free radicals, this results in the inhibition of nucleic acid and protein synthesis of the Plasmodium parasites during erythrocytic stages. Pyrimethamine is an anti-parasitic agent that binds to haem and forms a complex toxic to the malarial parasite. Sulfadoxine is an antibiotic that prevents the parasite from producing folinic acid, which is necessary for their multiplication. Together, ARTESUNATE+PYRIMETHAMINE+SULFADOXINE helps in treating malaria.

Directions for Use

Take ARTESUNATE+PYRIMETHAMINE+SULFADOXINE with food. Swallow ARTESUNATE+PYRIMETHAMINE+SULFADOXINE as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew or crush it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of ARTESUNATE+PYRIMETHAMINE+SULFADOXINE

• Nausea 
• Vomiting
• Dizziness
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhoea
• Headache
• Fatigue