Coartem Generic 20mg/120mg pill is a combination medication with two active ingredients named artemether and lumefantrine. It is classified under the drug class known as antimalarials. It is primarily prescribed for the management of malaria in adults and children. It is effective in addressing only non-severe malaria.
This medication functions by killing the malaria-causing parasites, which, as a result, help contain the further spread of malaria in the body. You should prefer to take this medication with food as it will assist your body in absorbing the medicine. This medication only kills the malaria parasites living in red blood cells. You may have to take another medication, such as Primaquine, to kill and contain the malaria parasite present in the liver.
You should buy Artemether 20mg + Lumefantrine 120mg tablet only when you are diagnosed with mild to moderate malaria infection.
The information provided over here is for general purposes only. We would request you to consult a doctor first before taking any of the medication, to ensure its safety and effectiveness on you. We in no way can match up to the expertise and judgement of your healthcare provider. So, always contact your doctor before taking any drug.
Kindly keep the following preventive measures in mind while using this medication:
• Please check the list of ingredients in this medication. If you are allergic to any of them or have other allergies, please talk to your doctor immediately.
• You are required to disclose your medical history with your healthcare provider before commencing treatment, especially of kidney and liver problems.
• This medication may result in a condition that may interfere with heart rhythm.
• While on this medication, you may feel dizzy, tired, or weak. Taking alcohol while on this drug can intensify these symptoms. Also, avoid driving or operating machinery while on this drug.
Common side effects of generic coartem are as follows:
• Headache,
• Nausea,
• Vomiting,
• Abdominal pain,
• Weakness,
• Fever,
• Chills,
• Dizziness,
• Loss of appetite,
• Tiredness,
• Muscle or joint pain,
• Cough, and
• Trouble sleeping (insomnia)
Adverse side effects of this medication are as follows:
• Worsening of malarial symptoms,
• Unable to eat,
• Fast or pounding heartbeats
• Severe vomiting,
• Loss of appetite,
• Lightheadedness, and
• Skin rash, no matter how mild
Read the directions for using this medication to get the maximum results:
• Go through the medication guide offered by the pharmacist or doctor carefully before starting the treatment.
• It should be taken orally twice a day with meals or as directed by your healthcare provider.
• You should always take this medication with food, as food helps this medication work better.
• The dosage of this medication will be picked by your doctor based on your weight, age, and gender.
You can buy generic Coartem online in Canada from a pharmacy based in Canada.
