AS 60mg Injection

AS 60mg Injection contains Artesunate (60mg), a fast-acting antimalarial drug used to treat severe malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum. It works quickly to reduce the number of malaria parasites in the bloodstream, providing urgent relief when oral medications cannot be used. AS 60mg Injection is administered by healthcare professionals through injection and is typically followed by a complete oral antimalarial treatment to ensure full recovery.

Uses of AS 60mg Injection

• Treatment of severe malaria infections
• Effective against drug-resistant Plasmodium falciparum strains
• Used when oral antimalarial drugs are not suitable

How AS 60mg Injection works

AS 60mg Injection contains Artesunate, which produces reactive molecules that quickly kill malaria parasites by damaging their vital proteins, reducing parasite levels in the blood.

Benefits of AS 60mg Injection

• Rapid relief from severe malaria symptoms
• Effective against drug-resistant malaria strains
• Safe for adults and children under medical supervision
• Reduces risk of complications and death due to malaria

How to take AS 60mg Injection

• Administered by healthcare professionals via intravenous or intramuscular injection
• Dosage depends on patient weight and severity of infection
• Followed by a full course of oral antimalarial medication

Side effects of AS 60mg Injection

• Pain or swelling at the injection site
• Dizziness or low blood pressure
• Elevated liver enzymes
• Rare allergic reactions or red blood cell breakdown

Safety advice

• Use only under medical supervision
• Inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney, or heart problems
• Pregnant women should use only if prescribed by a doctor
• Complete the full course of oral antimalarial medicines after injection
• Store as directed on the packaging

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is AS 60mg Injection used for?
A: It is used to treat severe malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum.

Q: How is AS 60mg Injection administered?
A: It is given as an injection into a vein or muscle by a healthcare professional.

Q: Is AS 60mg Injection safe for children?
A: Yes, it is safe for children when administered under medical supervision.

Q: Is follow-up oral treatment necessary?
A: Yes, completing a full course of oral antimalarial medication after the injection is important.

Q: Can pregnant women take AS 60mg Injection?
A: Only if prescribed by a doctor during pregnancy.