Larin 10 gm Sachet

Uses

Sulfadoxine is generally used in treatment of bacterial infections and malaria
Artesunate is generally used in treatment of 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).
Pyrimethamine is generally used in treatment of the treatment of malaria.

Side Effects

• Abnormal bruising
• Abnormal skin pigmentation
• Allergic reaction
• Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
• Change in blood test results
• Diarrhoea
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Loss of appetite
• Nausea
• Skin rash
• Vomiting
• Weakness

How to use

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How it works

Sulfadoxine is an antibiotic. It stops the bacteria from producing folic acid, a nutrient required for bacterial multiplication.
Artesunate is an antiparasitic drug. It works by producing harmful chemicals (free radicals) within the malarial parasite, thereby killing it.
Pyrimethamine is an antiparasitic drug which treats malaria. It works by increasing the levels of haeme in the blood, a substance toxic to the malarial parasite. This kills the parasite and stops the infection from spreading.

Faqs

Q. What is Artesunate amodiaquine/ Winthrop/Artesunate injection?
These are trade names of Artesunate containing products. It is used for the treatment of malaria. It is recommended to follow your doctor advice before using this medication.

Q. Does Artesunate contain sulphur?
No, it does not contain sulphur

Q. Where does Artesunate come from?
It is derived from Artemisinin tree.

Q. Is Artesunate banned in India?
No, it is available in India with doctor's prescription only

Q. Why is Artesunate better than quinine?
Intramuscular or intravenous injection of Artesunate has shown better treatment effects than quinine. Always consult your doctor regarding its use

Q. How does Artesunate work?
It acts by producing free radicals which kills the malarial parasite (Plasmodium)

Q. What is Pyrimethamine is used for?
Pyrimethamine is used to treat toxoplasmosis and treat or prevent malaria infections along with other medicines

Q. How does Pyrimethamine work?
Pyrimethamine is an antiparasitic and works by killing the parasites or preventing their growth in the blood stream.

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