Product introduction
Alfabin 150mg Injection is an antimalarial medicine used to treat severe or complicated malaria infections. It helps reduce the number of parasites in the blood and controls the spread of infection within the body. This helps the body recover from the infection.
Alfabin 150mg Injection is given as an intramuscular injection by a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered. Ensure that you complete the full course of treatment, even if symptoms begin to improve. Completing the recommended treatment helps ensure that the infection is fully treated and reduces the risk of recurrence or treatment failure.
Common side effects of Alfabin 150mg Injection include pain or discomfort at the injection site, nausea, vomiting, or dizziness. These side effects are usually mild and temporary. If nausea or vomiting becomes troublesome, consult your doctor for advice. Seek medical attention if side effects persist, worsen, or if you experience any unusual symptoms.
Inform your doctor if you have any heart-related conditions, as caution may be required during treatment. Alfabin 150mg Injection should be used during pregnancy only if recommended by a doctor after carefully weighing the benefits and risks. Since changes in heart rhythm and allergic reactions have been reported in some patients, medical monitoring may be necessary during treatment.
Uses of Alfabin Injection
Benefits of Alfabin Injection
In Treatment of Malaria
Alfabin 150mg Injection helps treat acute and severe malaria infections, particularly those caused by Plasmodium falciparum. It helps reduce the number of malaria parasites in the blood and control the infection. This medicine is usually given when rapid treatment is required or when oral medicines may not be suitable. To achieve the best results, it is important to complete the full course of treatment recommended by your doctor.
Side effects of Alfabin Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Alfabin
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Dizziness
- Fever
How to use Alfabin Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Alfabin Injection works
Alfabin 150mg Injection works by killing the malaria parasite in the blood. It generates harmful free radicals inside the parasite, which damage its proteins and cell membranes, leading to the parasite's destruction. This helps reduce the number of parasites in the body and helps control the spread of malaria infection.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Alfabin 150mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Alfabin 150mg Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Alfabin 150mg Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Alfabin 150mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CAUTION
Alfabin 150mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Alfabin 150mg Injection in patients with liver disease.
What if you forget to take Alfabin Injection?
If you miss a dose of Alfabin 150mg Injection, please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Alfabin 150mg Injection is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
- Do not take this medicine if you are in the first 3 months of pregnancy. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
- Inform your doctor if you notice flu-like symptoms such as chills, fever, muscle pains and any changes in a heartbeat.
- Alfabin 150mg Injection should be taken with food or drinks enriched with fat such as milk.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
- Do not take this medicine if you are in the first 3 months of pregnancy. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
- Inform your doctor if you notice flu-like symptoms such as chills, fever, muscle pains and any changes in a heartbeat.
- You may be asked for a regular blood test once a week while taking this medicine.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Artemisinin derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI MALARIALS
Action Class
Antimalarial- Artemisinin and Derivatives
FAQs
Who should not use Alfabin 150mg Injection?
Use of Alfabin 150mg Injection should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Alfabin 150mg Injection or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Alfabin 150mg Injection for the first time, consult your doctor.
What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Alfabin 150mg Injection?
Before starting treatment with Alfabin 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 Alfabin 150mg Injection safe?
Alfabin 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 Alfabin 150mg Injection administered?
Alfabin 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 Alfabin 150mg Injection.
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- Mohanty S, Mishra SK, Satpathy SK, et al. α, β-Arteether for the treatment of complicated falciparum malaria. Transactions of The Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. 1997;91(3):328-30. [Accessed 30 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Marketer details
Name: Progressive Life Care
Address: Ambit House, Opp.Kumar Spintex factory, Tajpur Road, Changoder, Ahmedabad – 382213 (Guj.) INDIA
Country of origin: India
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