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Artivac Injection 3x2 ml is an antimalarial medicine used to treat malaria. It kills the parasite and stops the infection from spreading. Common side effects of Artivac Injection 3x2 ml are nausea, dizziness, vomiting, headache, diarrhoea, body pain, stomach discomfort, and injection site reactions. This medication should be used with caution in pregnant or breastfeeding women since it may affect the fetus and newborns.

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About Artivac Injection 3x2 ml

Artivac Injection 3x2 ml is an antimalarial medicine used in the treatment of malaria. Malaria is a parasitic disease caused due to the plasmodium species. The infection occurs when the infective female Anopheles mosquito bites. Symptoms may include chills, on-and-off fever, and sweating. This medicine is only used to treat the infection but does not prevent or use it for severe conditions (where the infection is spread to the brain, kidneys, or lungs). Artivac Injection 3x2 ml is also used to manage chloroquine-resistant malaria.

Artivac Injection 3x2 ml contains Alpha Beta Arteether, which belongs to the class of antimalarial/ antiparasitic drugs. It works by increasing the harmful toxic, and highly reactive free radicals in the blood. This kills the parasite and stops the infection from spreading. In this way, Artivac Injection 3x2 ml is used for the prevention of relapse of malaria caused by plasmodium species.

Artivac Injection 3x2 ml may cause certain side effects such as nausea, dizziness, vomiting, headache, diarrhoea, body pain, stomach discomfort, and injection site reactions. These side effects usually disappear without any medical attention. However, if these side effects persist, inform your doctor immediately. Artivac Injection 3x2 ml is a parenteral medicine. A healthcare professional will administer it, hence do not self-administer. Your doctor will decide the dose of the medicine based on the severity of your disease.

Artivac Injection 3x2 ml should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have/had any liver/kidney disease, heart problem, or taking any other medicines before receiving Artivac Injection 3x2 ml to avoid interactions. This medication should be used with caution in pregnant or breastfeeding women since it may affect the fetus and newborns. Artivac Injection 3x2 ml is only suggested for use in children if prescribed by a paediatrician and if taken with adequate care and dose. This medication is used to treat malaria either alone or in combination with other medications.

Uses of Artivac Injection 3x2 ml

Artivac Injection 3x2 ml is used to treat malaria. The detailed uses of Artivac Injection 3x2 ml are as follows:<br/>• Treats malaria infections: Artivac Injection 3x2 ml is indicated for the treatment of malaria caused by susceptible parasites.<br/>

Directions for Use

• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safe and effective use.• Artivac Injection 3x2 ml will be administered by the doctor or healthcare professional through intramuscular (IM) route.• Do not self-administer.

Medicinal Benefits

Artivac Injection 3x2 ml contains Alpha Beta Arteether, which belongs to the class of antimalarial/antiparasitic drugs. It works by increasing the harmful, toxic, and highly reactive free radicals in the blood. This kills the parasite and stops the infection from spreading. In this way, Artivac Injection 3x2 ml is used for the prevention of relapse of malaria caused by Plasmodium species. Artivac Injection 3x2 ml is used alone or in combination with other medicines for the treatment of malarial infection. It is mainly used when other antimalarial medicines are not effective in treating the infection.

How Artivac Injection 3x2 ml Works

Artivac Injection 3x2 ml contains Alpha Beta Arteether, which belongs to the class of antimalarial/ antiparasitic drugs. It works by increasing the harmful toxic, and highly reactive free radicals in the blood. This kills the parasite and stops the infection from spreading. In this way, Artivac Injection 3x2 ml is used for the prevention of relapse of malaria caused by plasmodium species.<

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.
• Keep Artivac Injection 3x2 ml out of the sight and reach of children.
• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Artivac Injection 3x2 ml

Artivac Injection 3x2 ml is administered in a hospital setting under the supervision of your doctor or medical personnel. Thus, an overdose is quite improbable. While in the hospital, you will be constantly monitored to ensure that any unpleasant side effects are handled.

Drug Warnings

Avoid using Artivac Injection 3x2 ml if you are allergic to it or any other artemisinin derivatives. This medicine should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women as it may cause harm to the baby. Inform your doctor if you have/had any conditions such as liver/kidney disease, heart problem, or taking any other medicines before receiving Artivac Injection 3x2 ml as it may cause serious side effects under these conditions. Artivac Injection 3x2 ml is recommended for use in children only if prescribed by the paediatrician. This medicine is used alone or in combination with other medicine for the treatment of malaria.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Artivac Injection 3x2 ml:
Using Carbamazepine with Artivac Injection 3x2 ml may decrease the blood levels of Artivac Injection 3x2 ml, which may make Artivac Injection 3x2 ml less effective in treating your malaria.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Carbamazepine with Artivac Injection 3x2 ml is not recommended, but can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Artivac Injection 3x2 ml:
Both Metoprolol and Artivac Injection 3x2 ml may increase the blood levels and effects of metoprolol activity.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Metoprolol and Artivac Injection 3x2 ml together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience blurry vision, confusion, dizziness, fainting, lightheadedness, nausea or vomiting, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • It is important to allow the patient to eat regularly in small amounts to tolerate the food. 
  • Eating at the correct time and taking proper rest is important for the patient to recover.
  • Avoid eating fried and processed foods; junk, oily and spicy foods can aggravate nausea and disturb the body's digestion process. Try to add protein to your diet.
  • Eat nutritious food that helps to improvement in malaria-induced weakness.
  • Keep your area and surrounding mosquito-free.
  • Use mosquito-repellent products to avoid the recurrence of infections and any other further complications.

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Therapeutic Class

ANTI- MALARIALS
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Alcohol

Caution

The interaction of Artivac Injection 3x2 ml with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor for more information.

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Pregnancy

Caution

The WHO suggests using Artivac Injection 3x2 ml to treat severe malaria during the first trimester. Artemisinin and its derivatives are not indicated during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy unless other pharmacological therapies are ineffective. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Artivac Injection 3x2 ml is secreted in human milk. When using this medicine while breastfeeding, exercise caution. Consult your doctor for more information.

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Driving

Caution

Artivac Injection 3x2 ml may decrease alertness or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. So, do not drive or operate heavy machinery after receiving Artivac Injection 3x2 ml until your vision improves.

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Liver

Caution

Artivac Injection 3x2 ml should be used with caution if you have a pre-existing or a history of liver disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose based on your condition.

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Kidney

Caution

Artivac Injection 3x2 ml should be used with caution if you have a pre-existing or a history of kidney disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose based on your condition.

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Children

Caution

Artivac Injection 3x2 ml is used in children only when clinically needed and recommended by the paediatrician. Please consult your doctor for more information.

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FAQs

Artivac Injection 3x2 ml is used to treat Malaria.

Artivac Injection 3x2 ml contains Alpha Beta Arteether, which belongs to the class of antimalarial/antiparasitic drugs. It increases the harmful toxic, highly reactive free radicals in the blood. This kills the parasite and stops the infection from spreading.

Do not stop taking Artivac Injection 3x2 ml without completing the course of the treatment. Abrupt stopping may result in drug resistance, and treating any subsequent infection with the same medicine would be very difficult.

The common side effects of Artivac Injection 3x2 ml are nausea, vomiting, dizziness, diarrhoea, headache and injection site reactions. These side effects usually do not require any medical attention.

As it is a parenteral dosage form, there will be less chance of missing a dose. However, if any dose is missed, consult your doctor. But do not self-administer.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

4-6, Bora Bazar St, Borabazar Precinct, Ballard Estate, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001
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