Products for Zentrom
Zentrom 500mg Injection
vial of 1 Powder for Injection
MRP₹257.81
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Zentrom 2gm Injection
vial of 1 Powder for Injection
MRP₹798.75
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Zentrom 1gm Injection
vial of 1 Powder for Injection
MRP₹426.56
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Zentrom 250mg Injection
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MRP₹133.13
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About Zentrom Products
Uses of Zentrom Products
Artesunate 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).
Zentrom Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Zentrom are Headache, Dizziness, Vomiting, Abdominal pain, Cough, Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Reduced reticulocyte count, Fever, Taste change, Ringing in ear, Rash.
How Zentrom Products work
Artesunate is an antiparasitic medication. It works by producing harmful chemicals (free radicals) within the malarial parasite, thereby killing it.
In Depth Information for Zentrom Products
- Zentrom 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.
- Zentrom 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 Zentrom Products
Frequently asked questions about Zentrom Products
Q. Who should not use Zentrom 500mg Injection?
Use of Zentrom 500mg Injection should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Zentrom 500mg Injection or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Zentrom 500mg Injection for the first time, consult your doctor.
Q. What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Zentrom 500mg Injection?
Before starting treatment with Zentrom 500mg Injection, inform your doctor if you have any other health conditions like a kidney- or heart-related problem. 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 Zentrom 500mg Injection safe?
Zentrom 500mg Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Q. How is Zentrom 500mg Injection administered?
Zentrom 500mg 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 Zentrom 500mg Injection.