Description

The salt combination Artemether / Lumefantrine is used for the treatment of Severe Falciparum Malaria, Cerebral Malaria, Multidrug Resistant Malaria, Malaria and other conditions.Detailed information related to Artemether / Lumefantrine’s uses, side-effects, reviews, questions, interactions, and precautions is as follows:

Artemether / Lumefantrine Uses

Artemether / Lumefantrine is used for the treatment, control, prevention, & improvement of the following diseases, conditions and symptoms:

• Severe Falciparum Malaria
• Cerebral Malaria
• Multidrug Resistant Malaria
• Malaria

Artemether / Lumefantrine Working, Mechanism of Action and Pharmacology

Artemether / Lumefantrine improves the patient’s condition by performing the following functions:

• Killing the malarial parasite thus curing malaria.
• Damaging the parasite cell membrane.

Artemether / Lumefantrine – Side-effects

The following is a list of possible side effects that may occur in medicines that contain Artemether / Lumefantrine. This is not a comprehensive list. These side effects are possible, but do not always occur. Some of the side effects may be rare but serious. Consult your doctor if you observe any of the following side effects, especially if they do not go away.

• Trouble With Sleeping
• Muscle Spasm
• Cough
• Hypersensitivity Reactions
• Nausea
• Tingling

Artemether / Lumefantrine – Precautions & How to Use

Before using this drug, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products (e.g. vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions (e.g. pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side effects of the drug. Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert. Dosage is based on your condition. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens. Important counseling points are listed below.

• Avoid combination with pyrimethamine/sulphadoxine
• Avoid concomitant use of drugs known to prolong QT interval, renal/hepatic disease
• Do not drive or operate heavy machinery
• Do not drive or operate machinery
• Have AIDS/HIV infection, severe liver or kidney problems, or heart disorder
• Malaria is getting worse, or feel too unwell or unable to eat