Artivil Information

Artivil is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Malaria.

The optimal dosage of Artivil is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Artivil also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nausea or vomiting. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Artivil as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Artivil normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Artivil's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Artivil related warnings talks about Artivil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Artivil can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Artivil in conditions like Drug Allergy. Other contraindications of Artivil have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Artivil may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Artivil is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Artivil Benefits & Uses

Artivil is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Artivil 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

Artivil Related Warnings

Is the use of Artivil safe for pregnant women?

Artivil may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Artivil, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Artivil safe during breastfeeding?

Artivil may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Artivil, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Artivil.

Moderate
What is the effect of Artivil on the Kidneys?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Artivil on the Liver?

Side effects of Artivil rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Artivil on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Artivil with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Mefloquine

Pyrimethamine

Artivil Contraindications

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

Allergy
Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Artivil

Is this Artivil habit forming or addictive?

Artivil is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Artivil should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Artivil is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Artivil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Artivil

You can take Artivil with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Artivil

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Artivil and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown