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Hefti 150mg Injection
vial of 2 ml Injection
MRP₹82.5
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About Hefti Products
Uses of Hefti Products
Alpha-Beta Arteether 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).
Hefti Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Hefti are Vomiting, Headache, Nausea, Abdominal pain.
How Hefti Products work
Alpha-Beta Arteether is an antiparasitic medication. It works by producing harmful chemicals (free radicals) within the malarial parasite, thereby killing it.
In Depth Information for Hefti Products
- Hefti 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.
- Hefti 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.
Patient Concerns about Hefti Products
Frequently asked questions about Hefti Products
Q. Who should not use Hefti 150mg Injection?
Use of Hefti 150mg Injection should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Hefti 150mg Injection or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Hefti 150mg Injection for the first time, consult your doctor.
Q. What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Hefti 150mg Injection?
Before starting treatment with Hefti 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.
Q. Is Hefti 150mg Injection safe?
Hefti 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.
Q. How is Hefti 150mg Injection administered?
Hefti 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 Hefti 150mg Injection.