Rtsun 50mg Tablet
Artesunate (50mg)
by Trends Pharma Pvt Ltd
strip of 10 tablets
About this medicine
Rtsun 50mg Tablet 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). Rtsun 50mg Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it with food, preferably at a fixed time. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned. Some people may experience a headache, weakness, and loss of appetite, as the side effects of this medicine. 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.
Uses
- Malaria
Benefits
In malaria
Rtsun 50mg Tablet is an antimalarial medicine and is used 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. It kills the infection-causing parasite and stops the further spread of the infection. Take it only as prescribed and refrain from taking any other medicines 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
Rtsun 50mg Tablet is an antiparasitic medication. It works by producing harmful chemicals (free radicals) within the malarial parasite, thereby killing it.
How to use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Rtsun 50mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Common side effects
- Headache
- Weakness
- Loss of appetite
Safety advice
- AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rtsun 50mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Rtsun 50mg Tablet 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.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Information regarding the use of Rtsun 50mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- DrivingUNSAFE
- Rtsun 50mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
- KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- There is limited information available on the use of Rtsun 50mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
- LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- There is limited information available on the use of Rtsun 50mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Rtsun 50mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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 Rtsun 50mg Tablet?
Use of Rtsun 50mg Tablet should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Rtsun 50mg Tablet or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Rtsun 50mg Tablet for the first time, consult your doctor.
What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Rtsun 50mg Tablet?
Before starting treatment with Rtsun 50mg Tablet, inform your doctor if you have any other health conditions like 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 Rtsun 50mg Tablet safe?
Rtsun 50mg Tablet 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.
What if I forget to take a dose of Rtsun 50mg Tablet?
If you forget a dose of Rtsun 50mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Can I stop taking Rtsun 50mg Tablet when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Rtsun 50mg Tablet without consulting your doctor even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.
Product details
- Manufacturer
- Trends Pharma Pvt Ltd
- Salt composition
- Artesunate (50mg)
- Pack
- strip of 10 tablets
- Dosage form
- Tablet
- 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.