Skinther 150mg Injection
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Product introduction
Skinther 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).
Skinther 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.
Skinther 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 of Skinther Injection
Benefits of Skinther Injection
In Malaria
Skinther 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.
Side effects of Skinther 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 Skinther
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
How to use Skinther Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Skinther Injection works
Skinther 150mg Injection is an antiparasitic medication. It works by producing harmful chemicals (free radicals) within the malarial parasite, thereby killing it.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Skinther 150mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Skinther 150mg Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Skinther 150mg Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Skinther 150mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Skinther 150mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Skinther 150mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Skinther Injection?
If you miss a dose of Skinther 150mg Injection, please consult your doctor.\n
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Quick tips
- Skinther 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Sesquiterpene lactones
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI MALARIALS
Action Class
Antimalarial- Artemisinin and derivatives
Patient concerns
FAQs
Who should not use Skinther 150mg Injection?
Use of Skinther 150mg Injection should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Skinther 150mg Injection or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Skinther 150mg Injection for the first time, consult your doctor.
What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Skinther 150mg Injection?
Before starting treatment with Skinther 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 Skinther 150mg Injection safe?
Skinther 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 Skinther 150mg Injection administered?
Skinther 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 Skinther 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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Country of origin: India
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