Class: Artemisinin-based combination antimalarial (ACT)

Manufacturer: Ajanta Pharma Limited

Dosage Form: Film-coated oral tablets (pack of 4 tablets)

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Uses:

• Treatment of uncomplicated malaria, especially infections caused by Plasmodium falciparum

• Used where resistance to older antimalarials is suspected

Dosage:

Dose depends on body weight and local treatment guidelines.

Typical adult regimen (≥35 kg):

• 2 tablets once daily for 2 consecutive days (total 4 tablets)

Take with water, preferably after food. Follow the exact dosing instructions provided by a healthcare professional.

Side Effects:

Common

• Nausea, vomiting

• Abdominal discomfort

• Headache

• Dizziness

Less common / serious

• Palpitations or irregular heartbeat

• Fatigue or weakness

• Skin rash or allergic reactions

• QT interval prolongation (heart rhythm disturbance)

Warnings & Precautions:

• Complete the full course even if symptoms improve.

• Use cautiously in patients with heart rhythm disorders.

• Avoid use with other medicines that prolong QT interval.

• Not recommended for severe or complicated malaria (requires hospital treatment).

• Caution in liver or kidney impairment.

• If vomiting occurs soon after taking the dose, seek medical advice.

Pregnancy & Lactation:

• Use during pregnancy only if clearly needed and prescribed.

• Safety in breastfeeding is not fully established — consult a healthcare professional.

Drug Interactions:

• Medicines that prolong QT interval (e.g., certain antibiotics, antipsychotics)

• Other antimalarial medicines

• Liver enzyme-affecting drugs

• Grapefruit or grapefruit juice (may affect drug levels)

Contraindications:

• Hypersensitivity to artemisinin, piperaquine, or any component

• History of significant cardiac rhythm disorders

• Severe malaria requiring emergency management

Price: Ksh 738/-

Notes:

Pack Size: 4s