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Artemether
How Artemether works
Artemether acts by producing free radicals within the malarial parasite, which kills it.
Side Effects
Decreased appetite, Headache, Vomiting, Abdominal pain, Cough
Usage
Artemether 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).
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How effective is artemether?Artemether is effective at prescribed dose for the particular disease condition as suggested by your doctor
Q. What is artemether lumefantrine/artemether injection used for?It is used for treating uncomplicated malaria. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use
Q. How does artemether lumefantrine work?Artemether and lumefantrine together work by killing the malarial parasite called Plasmodium falciparum.
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