₨ 320.00
MBBS
WELART 20mg Tablet 2x8s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Artemether
- Manufactured by : Welmed Pharmaceuticals Industries (PVT) LTD
- Drug Strength : 20mg
- Drug Form : Tablet
- Pack Size : 2x8s
- Product SKU : dis_19497
Artemether:20mg | Antimalarials
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Manufactured / Marketed By : Welmed Product Form : TabletPack Size : 2x8sIngredients : Artemether:20mgGeneric Category : Antimalarials
How it works
This medicine works by interfering with certain vital functions in the cell of the malarial parasite present in the blood.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for WELART 20mg Tablet 2x8s
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Stomach discomfort and pain
- Dizziness
- Stomach irritation
- Ringing or buzzing in the ears
- Reduction in blood cell count severe
- Increased heartbeat severe
- Elevated liver enzymes severe
Uses of WELART 20mg Tablet 2x8s
What is it prescribed for?
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Acute uncomplicated 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.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known history of allergy to WELART 20mg Tablet 2x8s or any other Artemisinin derivatives.
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Severe malaria
This medicine should be used to treat malaria only when it is severe and other medicines like quinine are proving to be ineffective.
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Liver/kidney impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients having an impaired liver/kidney function. If the impairment is very severe, then the use of this medicine should be avoided.
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Heart disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from a pre-existing condition of the heart. Appropriate dose adjustments and frequent clinical monitoring are recommended in such cases.
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Drug resistance
It is strongly recommended to take this medicine for the entire prescribed duration even when symptoms resolve or improve. Failure to do so might result in parasitic resistance to the drug and treatment of further infection with this medicine would become difficult.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Contact your doctor immediately if you miss a scheduled dose of this medicine.
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Overdose
Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose with this medicine is suspected.
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moderate
This medicine should be administered with caution in patients having an impaired liver function. Appropriate diagnostic tests must be performed before determining the dose regimen. Suitable dose adjustment and frequent monitoring may be needed to ensure safe and effective use.
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moderate
This medicine should be administered with caution in patients having an impaired kidney function. Appropriate diagnostic tests must be performed before determining the dose regimen. Suitable dose adjustment and frequent monitoring may be needed to ensure safe and effective use.
General Instructions
Take WELART 20mg Tablet 2x8s as prescribed by the doctor. Do not take more or less than the recommended quantity and duration. It is advised to take this medicine under the supervision of a doctor or a healthcare professional.
Other details
- To be taken with food
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Effect on sleep is not established
References
- practo.com - Artemether [Internet]. Available from: https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/artemether-508-api [cited 18 september 2019]. 9 Oct 2018
- pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov - Artemether [Internet]. Available from: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/68911#section=Top [cited 18 september 2019]. 2019-09-14
One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver WELART 20mg Tablet 2x8s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.
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