Artibest Information

Artibest, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Malaria.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Artibest. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The side effects typically associated with Artibest include Headache, Nausea or vomiting. While these are the most often observed Artibest side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Artibest normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Artibest has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Artibest's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Artibest is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Artibest contraindications section.

Additionally, Artibest may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Artibest is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Artibest Benefits & Uses
Artibest Dosage & How to Take
Artibest Side Effects
Artibest Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Artibest with Other Drugs
Artibest Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Artibest
Artibest Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Artibest Benefits & Uses

Artibest is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)
Parasitic Infections

Artibest Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: Day first take 2.4 mg/Kg followed by 1.2 mg/Kg at 12 and 24 hours then 1.2 mg/Kg daily for 6 days.
Geriatric	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: Day first take 2.4 mg/Kg followed by 1.2 mg/Kg at 12 and 24 hours then 1.2 mg/Kg daily for 6 days
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: Day first take 2 mg/Kg followed by 1 mg/Kg at 12 and 24 hours then 1 mg/Kg daily for 6 days

Artibest Related Warnings

Is the use of Artibest safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Artibest. It is best to stop taking Artibest immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Artibest safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Artibest. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Artibest on the Kidneys?

Information about safety of Artibest for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Artibest on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Artibest on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Artibest on the Heart?

Artibest may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Artibest with Other Drugs

Artibest should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Mefloquine

Pyrimethamine

Artibest Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Artibest unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Artibest

Is this Artibest habit forming or addictive?

Artibest is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Artibest you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Artibest only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Artibest in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Artibest Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Artibest

Taking Artibest with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Artibest

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Artibest with alcohol.

Unknown