Artem DS Plus 80mg/480mg Tablet contains artemether 80mg and lumefantrine 480mg, an antimalarial combination used to treat uncomplicated malaria caused by susceptible Plasmodium parasites.

Artemether acts rapidly to reduce the number of malaria parasites in the blood, while lumefantrine helps eliminate remaining parasites and supports effective treatment. The combination is intended for the treatment of malaria and should be used according to a healthcare professional's instructions.

Artem DS Plus should not be used to prevent malaria and is not intended for treating severe or complicated malaria, which requires urgent medical evaluation and appropriate treatment.

Uses

• Used to treat uncomplicated malaria
• Helps eliminate malaria parasites from the bloodstream
• Used for malaria caused by susceptible Plasmodium species
• Helps reduce fever and other malaria symptoms by treating the underlying infection
• Provides combination antimalarial therapy

Benefits

• Combines two antimalarial medicines with different mechanisms of action
• Rapidly reduces malaria parasite levels
• Helps clear susceptible malaria parasites from the blood
• Supports effective treatment of uncomplicated malaria
• Convenient oral tablet formulation

Dosage

• Take Artem DS Plus 80mg/480mg exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• The dosing schedule depends on body weight and age and should be determined by a healthcare professional.
• Artemether/lumefantrine is commonly administered as a six-dose regimen over 3 days when prescribed for uncomplicated malaria.
• Take each dose with food, milk, or a drink containing fat when possible, as this improves absorption.
• If vomiting occurs shortly after taking a dose, contact your healthcare professional because the dose may need to be repeated.
• Complete the full prescribed treatment even if you start feeling better.
• Do not use this medicine without medical advice if malaria has not been properly diagnosed.

Possible Side Effects

Some people may experience:

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Weakness or fatigue
• Loss of appetite
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Abdominal discomfort
• Muscle or joint pain

Artemether/lumefantrine can rarely affect heart rhythm. Seek urgent medical attention for fainting, severe palpitations, difficulty breathing, severe allergic symptoms, or significant worsening of malaria symptoms.

Precautions

• Inform your doctor if you have a heart-rhythm disorder, liver disease, kidney disease, or a history of fainting.
• Tell your doctor about all medicines you take, particularly medicines that can prolong the QT interval or affect heart rhythm.
• Avoid grapefruit or grapefruit juice unless your healthcare professional advises otherwise.
• Take the tablets with food or a fatty drink to improve absorption.
• Complete the full treatment course even if symptoms improve.
• If you vomit after taking a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
• Seek urgent medical care for confusion, seizures, difficulty breathing, severe weakness, or persistent vomiting, as these may indicate severe malaria.

FAQs

Q1: What is Artem DS Plus 80mg/480mg Tablet used for?

Artem DS Plus contains artemether 80mg and lumefantrine 480mg and is used to treat uncomplicated malaria.

Q2: How should Artem DS Plus be taken?

Take it exactly according to your prescribed schedule. Artemether/lumefantrine doses should generally be taken with food, milk, or another source of fat to improve absorption.

Q3: Can Artem DS Plus treat severe malaria?

No. Severe or complicated malaria requires urgent medical assessment and appropriate treatment, often with injectable antimalarial therapy.

Q4: What if I vomit after taking Artem DS Plus?

Contact your healthcare professional. Depending on how soon vomiting occurs, another dose may be required.

Q5: Can Artem DS Plus be used to prevent malaria?

No. Artemether/lumefantrine is used to treat malaria and should not be relied upon for malaria prevention.

Q6: Can Artem DS Plus be taken during pregnancy?

Pregnant women with malaria require prompt medical treatment. Artemether/lumefantrine may be used in pregnancy when appropriate, but the decision should be made by a qualified healthcare professional based on the stage of pregnancy and clinical circumstances.