Arceva suspension 15mg / 90mg

About Arceva suspension 15mg / 90mg

Arceva Suspension 15mg / 90mg Uses

• Uncomplicated Plasmodium falciparum malaria.
• Malaria in infants and children who cannot swallow tablets.
• Mixed malaria infections that include falciparum.
• Treatment of malaria after travel to or living in a malaria area.

Arceva Suspension 15mg / 90mg Benefits

• Clears malaria parasites quickly in a short 3 day course.
• Liquid form suits infants and young children.
• Combination lowers the chance of drug resistance.

What Experts Say

Arceva combines artemether and lumefantrine, a standard artemisinin based combination used worldwide against falciparum malaria. Artemether acts fast to reduce parasites, and lumefantrine clears the remainder over several days. In Pakistan malaria remains a concern in many areas, particularly after the monsoon season, so fever with chills should be tested rather than guessed at.

Using two drugs with different actions improves cure rates and slows resistance. Doses are given by body weight, twice daily for 3 days, and food or milk helps the body absorb lumefantrine. A blood test or rapid test confirms the parasite type before treatment, which ensures the right drug is chosen.

It treats uncomplicated malaria, not severe malaria, which needs injectable treatment in hospital. Heart rhythm problems and drugs that affect heart rhythm need caution, and a repeated dose is needed if vomiting occurs soon after taking it. Finishing all six doses is essential, even when fever clears early, because stopping early can allow parasites to return.

Drug Class

• Artemisinin based combination antimalarial.

Arceva suspension 15mg / 90mg formula

• Artemether + Lumefantrine

Available forms

• Suspension

How to use Arceva suspension 15mg / 90mg?

• Give Arceva Suspension 15mg / 90mg by body weight, twice daily for 3 days, as prescribed by the doctor.
• Reconstitute and shake well before each dose and use the measuring device supplied.
• Give with milk or a fatty meal to improve absorption.
• Repeat the dose if the child vomits within 30 minutes, and complete the full course.

Drug Interactions

• QT prolonging drugs such as macrolides, quinine and some antipsychotics: Combined use raises the risk of dangerous heart rhythm changes.
• Ketoconazole and ritonavir: They can raise artemether and lumefantrine levels.
• Rifampicin and carbamazepine: They can lower antimalarial levels and weaken treatment.
• Hormonal contraceptives: Their effect may be reduced, so extra protection is advised.

Risks and warnings

• Heart rhythm: It can prolong the QT interval, so a history of heart rhythm problems needs medical advice.
• Severe malaria: It is not meant for severe or complicated malaria.
• Take with fat: Poor absorption on an empty stomach can cause treatment failure.
• Pregnancy: Use in the first trimester only if no suitable alternative exists.
• Liver and kidney disease: Caution and monitoring are needed.

Arceva Suspension 15mg / 90mg Side Effects

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Fever or chills
• Loss of appetite
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Joint and muscle pain
• Weakness or tiredness

Storage Conditions

• Store the dry powder below 30°C in a dry place away from light.
• Shake the bottle well before each dose.
• Discard any leftover suspension after the 3 day course is finished.
• Keep out of reach of children.