Aight-SP Kit Tablet

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Aight-SP Kit Tablet is to be taken with food.
This medicine is to be taken along with plenty of fluids or a light meal, heavy meal can delay medicine absorption and efficacy.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Aight-SP Kit Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Aight-SP Kit Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Aight-SP Kit Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Aight-SP

Artesunate(200mg)

Uses

Artesunate is used in the treatment of malaria. It is not used to prevent malaria or to treat severe malaria (where it has affected the brain, lungs or kidneys).

How it works

Artesunate is an antiparasitic medication. It works by producing harmful chemicals (free radicals) within the malarial parasite, thereby killing it.

Common side effects

Headache, Dizziness, Vomiting, Abdominal pain, Cough, Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Reduced reticulocyte count, Fever, Taste change, Ringing in ear, Rash, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Urticaria, Delayed hemolysis, Immune hemolytic anemia, Pancreatic inflammation, Hypersensitivity, Anaphylactic reaction
Sulphadoxine(500mg)

Uses

Sulphadoxine is used in the treatment of malaria and parasitic infections.

How it works

Sulphadoxine is an antibiotic. It stops the bacteria from producing folic acid, a nutrient required for bacterial multiplication. Sulphadoxine is an antibiotic. It stops the bacteria from producing folic acid, a nutrient required for bacterial multiplication.

Common side effects

Nausea, Vomiting, Skin rash, Allergic reaction
Pyrimethamine(25mg)

Uses

Pyrimethamine is used in the treatment of malaria.

How it works

Pyrimethamine is an antiparasitic medication which treats malaria. It works 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.

Common side effects

Abnormal bruising, Abnormal skin pigmentation, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Change in blood test results, Dizziness, Headache, Vomiting, Weakness, Diarrhea, Nausea

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Expert advice FOR Aight-SP

  • Artesunate should be taken with food or drinks enriched with fat such as milk.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
  • It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
  • Do not take this medicine if you are in the first 3 months of pregnancy. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
  • Inform your doctor if you notice flu-like symptoms such as chills, fever, muscle pains and any changes in a heartbeat.
  • You may be asked for a regular blood test once a week while taking this medicine. 

Frequently asked questions FOR Aight-SP

Artesunate

Q. Who should not use Artesunate?
Use of Artesunate should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Artesunate or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Artesunate for the first time, consult your doctor.
Q. What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Artesunate?
Before starting treatment with Artesunate, inform your doctor if you have any other health conditions like kidney- or heart-related problems. This is because certain medical conditions may affect your treatment and you may even need dose modifications. Also, let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Q. Is Artesunate safe?
Artesunate is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
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Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Artesunate?
If you forget a dose of Artesunate, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Q. Can I stop taking Artesunate when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Artesunate without consulting your doctor even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.

Sulphadoxine

Pyrimethamine

Q. Is Pyrimethamine safe?
Pyrimethamine is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Q. Who should not use Pyrimethamine?
Use of Pyrimethamine should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Pyrimethamine or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Pyrimethamine for the first time, consult your doctor.
Q. What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Pyrimethamine?
Before starting treatment with Pyrimethamine, inform your doctor if you have any other health conditions like kidney or heart-related problems. This is because certain medical conditions may affect your treatment and you may even need dose modifications. Also, let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Pyrimethamine?
If you forget a dose of Pyrimethamine, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Q. Can I stop taking Pyrimethamine when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Pyrimethamine without consulting your doctor even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.
Q. How long does it take for malaria symptoms to show?
Symptoms of malaria can develop as quickly as 7 days after you are being bitten by an infected mosquito. Typically, the time between being infected and the appearance of symptoms (incubation period) is 7 to 18 days. However, in some cases it can take up to one year for the symptoms to develop. Initial symptoms of malaria are flu-like which include feeling hot and shivery, muscle pains, vomiting, headaches and diarrhea.
Q. How can you prevent yourself from getting malaria?
Malaria can be avoided by taking the right approach towards prevention. Avoid mosquito bites by covering your arms and legs, using mosquito net and insect repellent. Check with your doctor whether you need to take malaria prevention tablets. If you do, make sure you take the right antimalarial tablets at the right dose, and finish the proper course of treatment. Seek immediate medical advice from the doctor if you have malaria symptoms.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)