Artesunate 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).

Artesunate acts by producing free radicals within the malarial parasite, which kills it.

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• Do not start or continue the artesunate tablets and consult your doctor If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to artesunate.
• Do not start or continue the artesunate tablets and consult your doctor you are in first 3 months of pregnancy  or If you are breast feeding.
• Do not drive or operate machinery after taking artesunate because you may feel sleepy.

Ques. Q. What is artesunate amodiaquine/ Winthrop/artesunate injection?
These are trade names of artesunate containing products. It is used for the treatment of malaria. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Ques. Q. Does artesunate contain sulphur?
No, it does not contain sulphur

Ques. Q. Where does Artesunate come from?
It is derived from Artemisinin tree.

Ques. Q. Is Artesunate banned in India?
No, it is available in India with doctor's prescription only

Ques. Q. Why is artesunate better than quinine?
Intramuscular or intravenous injection of artesunate has shown better treatment effects than quinine. Always consult your doctor regarding its use

Ques. Q. How does Artesunate work?
It acts by producing free radicals which kills the malarial parasite (Plasmodium)