Artefan 80mg/480mg Tablet

Quick info

Artefan 80mg/480mg Tablet is used for the treatment of malaria in both children and adults. It contains two medicines both of which belong to a group of medicines called antimalarials. Artefan 80mg/480mg Tablet works by killing the malaria-causing parasites thereby preventing further spread of the infection. It should be taken with food as this will help your body better absorb the medicine. Take it in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not take more than the recommended dose as this may have harmful effects on your body. Complete the full course of treatment to make sure the infection is treated completely.

How it works

Artefan 80mg/480mg Tablet is a combination of two antiparasitic medicines: Artemether and Lumefantrine which treats malaria. These medicines work by increasing the levels of haeme in the blood a substance toxic to the malarial parasite. This kills the parasite and stops the infection from spreading.

Direction of use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Artefan 80mg/480mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Tips

• Wear light-coloured and covered clothing when you are outside after sunset.
• Use insect repellent creams or sprays on parts of your body not covered by clothing.
• Spray to kill any mosquitoes that may have entered rooms in spite of screening.
• Finish the prescribed course even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
• It should be taken with food or drinks rich in fat such as milk.
• It may cause fatigue and dizziness. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
• If you vomit within 1 hour of taking the tablets, take another dose.
• Inform your doctor if you have kidney, liver or heart disease.

Side Effects

• Headache
• Loss of appetite
• Weakness
• Joint pain
• Muscle pain