Azunate 60mg Injection (Artesunate 60mg)

About Azunate 60mg Injection

Azunate 60 MG Injection very effective in the treatment of severe malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum strains when other medicines fail to show positive results. However, it cannot be used to prevent malaria.

The active constituent of this medicine is a derivative of artemisinin is a water-soluble hemisuccinate. It can be given by injection into a vein or a muscle or taken by mouth.

This medicine is generally well-tolerated in the body. It appears to be safe to use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. If you have faced a previous severe allergic reaction to this drug then you should avoid the use of it.

This medicine should be avoided as it includes isoniazid, amiodarone, methoxsalen, desipramine, ketoconazole, letrozole, methoxsalen, and tranylcypromine.

The recommended dose for adults and children over 6 months is generally 5 mg and should be taken orally on the first day. The dose gradually increases and is used in combination with other medicines to cure malaria. If the administration of this medication is happening in the form of injections then that should be performed by a healthcare professional.

What are the use of Azunate 60mg Injection?

The medication can treat the below provided problems:

• Malaria

  This medicine is used to treat malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum strain of the parasite. It may also be used for the treatment of malaria that are resistant to other medicines.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.