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Amodiaquine + Artesunate
Uses
Artesunate and Amodiaquine are used in the treatment of malaria.
How it Works
How Artesunate and Amodiaquine work Artesunate and Amodiaquine is a combination of two medicines: Artesunate and Amodiaquine. Artesunate acts by producing free radicals within the malarial parasite, which kills it. Amodiaquine is a weak base that reaches high concentrations within the malarial parasite and causes the accumulation of toxic heme pigment, which also leads to its death.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Artesunate and Amodiaquine include loss of appetite, stomach pain, nausea, weakness, sleepiness, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), and cough.
Expert Advice
- Take your medication on time to maintain steady levels in your body.
- Do not skip any doses and complete the full course of treatment, even if you feel better.
- Stopping the medication early may cause the infection to return and make it harder to treat.
- It is advisable to drink plenty of fluids and maintain a healthy diet while taking the medicine.
- The medication may cause dizziness; avoid driving or engaging in activities that require mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking the medication, as it may increase side effects.
