Malasar 150mg Injection
Alpha-Beta Arteether (75mg/ml)
by Sarvear Pharmaceuticals
About this medicine
Malasar 150mg Injection is an antiparasitic medication. It is used in the treatment of malaria. It is not used to prevent malaria or to treat severe malaria (where it has affected the brain, lungs, or kidneys). Malasar 150mg Injection is administered as an injection under the supervision of a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered. Some people may experience vomiting, headache, nausea, and abdominal pain as 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.
Uses
- Malaria
Benefits
In malaria
Malasar 150mg Injection is an antimalarial medicine and is used alone or with other medications to treat malaria (a serious or life-threatening illness that is spread by a parasite that enters the human body by the bite of infected mosquitoes). However, this medicine should not be used to prevent malaria or to treat severe cases of malaria. This medicine is given by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Refrain from taking any other medicines or antacids along with this medicine (unless advised by the doctor) as they may affect the absorption of this medicine. Do not use this medicine for treating any other condition without consulting your doctor.
How it works
Malasar 150mg Injection is an antiparasitic medication. It works by producing harmful chemicals (free radicals) within the malarial parasite, thereby killing it.
How to use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Common side effects
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Safety advice
- AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Malasar 150mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Information regarding the use of Malasar 150mg Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Information regarding the use of Malasar 150mg Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- It is not known whether Malasar 150mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
- KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- There is limited information available on the use of Malasar 150mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
- LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- There is limited information available on the use of Malasar 150mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Malasar 150mg Injection, please consult your doctor.\\n
Quick facts
- Chemical Class
- Sesquiterpene lactones
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- Anti malarials
- Action Class
- Antimalarial- Artemisinin and derivatives
Frequently asked questions
Who should not use Malasar 150mg Injection?
Use of Malasar 150mg Injection should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Malasar 150mg Injection or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Malasar 150mg Injection for the first time, consult your doctor.
What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Malasar 150mg Injection?
Before starting treatment with Malasar 150mg Injection, inform your doctor if you have any other health condition like a kidney- or heart-related problems. This is because certain medical conditions may affect your treatment and you may even need dose modifications. Also, let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Is Malasar 150mg Injection safe?
Malasar 150mg Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
How is Malasar 150mg Injection administered?
Malasar 150mg Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the maximum benefit from Malasar 150mg Injection.
Product details
- Manufacturer
- Sarvear Pharmaceuticals
- Salt composition
- Alpha-Beta Arteether (75mg/ml)
- Dosage form
- Injection
- Storage
- Store below 30°C
The content above is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a registered medical practitioner before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.