Artesunate + Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
Written By Dr. Swati Mishra
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev SharmaLast updated 05 Sep 2022 | 02:26 PM (UTC)
Artesunate + Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine Uses
Artesunate+Sulfadoxine+Pyrimethamine is used in the treatment of malaria.
How Artesunate + Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine works
Artesunate + Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine is a combination of three medicines: Artesunate , Sulfadoxine and Pyrimethamine which treat malaria. Artesunate and Pyrimethamine are antiparasitic medicines which work by increasing the levels of haeme in the blood, a substance toxic to the malarial parasite. This kills the parasite and stops the infection from spreading. Sulfadoxine is an antibiotic which stops the bacteria from producing folic acid, a nutrient required for bacterial multiplication.
Common side effects of Artesunate + Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Feeling of fullness, Dizziness, ECG changes, Abdominal pain, Atrial extrasystoles, Nonspecific T- wave changes, Ringing in ear, Vertigo, Glossitis (tongue inflammation), Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Eye swelling, Conjunctival injection, Scleral injection, Photosensitivity, Fever, Chills, Hepatitis (viral infection of liver), Pancreatic inflammation, Depression, Nervousness, Erythema multiforme, Urticaria, Itching
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Frequently asked questions for Artesunate + Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
No, do not stop taking Artesunate+Sulfadoxine+Pyrimethamine and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Take Artesunate+Sulfadoxine+Pyrimethamine as soon as you remember it. However, do not take it if it's almost time for your next dose. Also, do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose.