Artisun Information

Artisun, 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 Artisun. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Artisun side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Artisun go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Artisun's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Unknown while nursing. In addition, Artisun's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Artisun related warnings section.

Artisun can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Artisun in conditions like Liver Disease. The section on Artisun contraindications lists all such conditions.

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

You should also be aware that Artisun is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Artisun Benefits & Uses

Artisun is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Artisun 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: 150 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Artisun Related Warnings

Is the use of Artisun safe for pregnant women?

Artisun can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Artisun right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Artisun safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Artisun for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Artisun on the Kidneys?

Artisun rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Artisun on the Liver?

Artisun is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Artisun on the Heart?

Side effects of Artisun rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Artisun with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Quetiapine

Moderate

Flecainide

Astemizole

Imipramine

Mefloquine

Artisun Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Artisun

Is this Artisun habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Artisun.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Artisun as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Artisun is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Artisun cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Artisun Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Artisun

Taking Artisun with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Artisun

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Artisun with alcohol will be.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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