Alfather Injection

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Composition FOR Alfather 150mg Injection

Arteether(150mg)

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No interaction found/established
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Alfather Injection. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Alfather Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Alfather Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Alfather 150mg Injection

Arteether(150mg)

Alfather injection uses

{med_name} 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 alfather injection works

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

Common side effects of alfather injection

Nausea, Body ache, Leg pain, Chills, Rigors, Headache, Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Dizziness, Weakness, Vomiting, Cough, Injection site pain, Abdominal pain, Diarrhea

SUBSTITUTES FOR Alfather Injection

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    Rs. 37.80/ml of Injection
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    Rs. 38.55/ml of Injection
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    Ipca Laboratories Ltd
    Rs. 37.80/ml of Injection
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Expert advice FOR Alfather Injection

  • Arteether is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor.
  • 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. 
  • Arteether can be taken with or without food or as suggested by the doctor.
  • 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 Alfather 150mg Injection

Arteether

Q. Who should not use Alfather Injection?
Use of Alfather Injection should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Alfather Injection or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Alfather Injection for the first time, consult your doctor.
Q. What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Alfather Injection?
Before starting treatment with Alfather Injection, 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 Alfather Injection safe?
Alfather Injection 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. How is Alfather Injection administered?
Alfather Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Alfather Injection.

Content on this page was last updated on 23 January, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)