Malether

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Malether Information

Malether is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Malaria.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Malether. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Malether as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Malether are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Malether's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Malether's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

The section on Malether contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Malether with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Malether, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Malether Benefits & Uses

Malether is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Malether 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: 80 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: day first take 80 mg twice daily, rest day take once daily
Geriatric
  • Disease: Malaria
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 80 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: day first take 80 mg twice daily, rest day, take once daily
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Malaria
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1.6 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: day first take 1.6 mg/kg twice daily, rest day take once daily
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Malaria
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: day first take twice daily, rest day take, once daily
Infant (1 month to 2 years)
  • Disease: Malaria
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: day first take twice daily, rest day take, once daily


Malether Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Malether is used -

Moderate

Mild

Malether Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Malether safe for pregnant women?


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

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Malether safe during breastfeeding?


    Malether has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Malether on the Kidneys?


    Malether may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Malether on the Liver?


    Malether may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Malether on the Heart?


    Malether has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Malether with Other Drugs

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

Severe



Malether Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Malether

  • Is this Malether habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Malether is addictive.

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


    After taking Malether, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Malether can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Malether is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


    There is no benefit of taking Malether for mental disorders.

    No

Malether Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Malether


    Taking Malether with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Malether


    Consumption of alcohol and Malether together may have severe effects on your health.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 829,830



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