How can I reduce the chances of getting infected?

Ways to reduce the chance of getting infected is to wear light coloured clothing when you’re outside after sunset, to use insect repellent creams or sprays on parts of your body that is not covered by clothing.

Is artemether an antibiotic?

artemether is known as an antimalarial antibiotic. It is not used to prevent malaria or to treat severe malaria (where it has affected the brain, lungs or kidneys).

Artemether

Uses of Artemether

Artemether is commonly used to treat Malaria

How Artemether Works

Artemether is an antimalarial agent which acts by inhibiting calcium adenosine triphosphate thus preventing nucleic acid and protein synthesis of the parasite. This helps in eliminating the parasite load in the bloodstream.

Side Effects of Artemether

Dizziness, Ear ringing, Nausea, Vomiting, Stomach pain, Slow pulse, Cough, Fever, Sleep disorder, Headache

Information About Artemether

Artemether is an artemisinin-derived antimalarial used to treat uncomplicated and severe Plasmodium falciparum malaria in Singapore. Available as a 20mg oral tablet — typically in fixed combination with lumefantrine — or as an intramuscular injection for severe cases, it is HSA-registered and available on prescription only in Singapore. It generates cytotoxic free radicals within infected red blood cells upon activation by haem iron, rapidly killing intraerythrocytic malaria parasites at multiple life cycle stages. A valid doctor's consultation is required before dispensing. Order Artemether online at DoctorOnCall Singapore with same-day delivery available. Speak to a DoctorOnCall physician today to check if Artemether is right for you.

Artemether is an antimalarial medication commonly used to treat malaria caused by Plasmodium parasites. It works by interfering with the growth and survival of malaria parasites in the bloodstream, helping clear the infection from the body. Artemether belongs to a class of medications known as artemisinin derivatives and is widely used in combination antimalarial therapy for effective malaria treatment. Find affordable Artemether options from trusted brands at DoctorOnCall.

Conclusion

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Warnings

Kidney Safe If Prescribed

No adequate data or research has been conducted on the effect of Artemether on the kidney function. It is thought to be safe in healthy as well as in mild to moderate renal impairment with no dose adjustment needed. Caution should be taken in people with severe renal impairment.

Alcohol Safe

There is no known interaction between Artemether and alcohol recorded. It is thought to be safe for both of them to be consumed but caution should be taken if dizziness or other side effects of Artemether start to develop.

Pregnancy Safe If Prescribed

Artemether has been shown in human meta-analysis data to be safe and does not induce any teratogenic effects or adverse reaction to pregnant women. Precaution, however, should be taken if the woman is sensitive or allergic to Artemether.

Driving Not advisable

Do not drive unless you are feeling well. Artemether may cause side effects such as dizziness, headaches, fatigueness, all of which may affect your ability to concentrate and drive.

Liver Use With Care

No specific study has been conducted on people with hepatic impairment taking Artemether. Caution should be taken in those with severe hepatic impairment due to potential increase in liver enzymes level.

Lactation Limited Data

Animal studies suggest some traces of Artemether in the breastmilk but no adequate human data is available. The decision to stop breastfeeding or the treatment should be mutually decided by specialist and the patient if the benefit of treatment outweight its risk.