
Arteria 60mg Injection
Manufacturer
Alde Medi Impex Ltd
Salt Composition
Artesunate (60mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Arteria 60mg Injection is an antiparasitic medication used in the treatment of malaria. It is not used to prevent malaria or to treat severe malaria.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Arteria 60mg 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.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Headache Dizziness Weakness Loss of appetite Injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Arteria 60mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Arteria 60mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Arteria 60mg 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.
How it works
Arteria 60mg Injection is an antiparasitic medication. It works by producing harmful chemicals (free radicals) within the malarial parasite, thereby killing it.
Quick Tips
Arteria 60mg Injection is used in the treatment of malaria. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Arteria 60mg Injection. Do not start or continue Arteria 60mg Injection and consult your doctor if you are in the first 3 months of pregnancy or if you are breastfeeding. Do not drive or operate machinery after taking it because you may feel sleepy. Inform your doctor if you notice flu-like symptoms such as chills, fever, muscle pains, and any changes in a heartbeat. You may be asked for a regular blood test once a week while taking this medicine.