Artesun Plus
Artesun Plus is an artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT) consisting of Artesunate and Amodiaquine. It is designed to rapidly clear malaria parasites from the blood stream and resolve clinical symptoms, formulated as tablets for oral administration over a 3-day regimen.
Dosage by Body Weight
Must be taken once daily for 3 consecutive days. It is recommended to take the medicine with a meal. If vomiting occurs within 30 minutes of ingestion, a replacement dose should be administered.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy in infants weighing less than 5 kg have not been established.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Artesunate 25 mg / Amodiaquine 67.5 mg (1 infant tablet)
- Frequency
- Once daily for 3 consecutive days
- Tracking Notes
- Tablets may be crushed and mixed with liquid for ease of pediatric administration.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Artesunate 25 mg / Amodiaquine 67.5 mg (1 infant tablet)
- Frequency
- Once daily for 3 consecutive days
- Tracking Notes
- Ensure the complete dose is ingested. Do not skip days.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Artesunate 50 mg / Amodiaquine 135 mg (1 child tablet)
- Frequency
- Once daily for 3 consecutive days
- Tracking Notes
- Ensure compliance with the full 3-day treatment schedule to prevent drug resistance.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Artesunate 50 mg / Amodiaquine 135 mg (1 child tablet)
- Frequency
- Once daily for 3 consecutive days
- Tracking Notes
- Observe the patient for at least 30 minutes post-dose to ensure retention of the drug.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | Use only if prescribed | Safety and efficacy in infants weighing less than 5 kg have not been established. |
| 5-7 kg | Artesunate 25 mg / Amodiaquine 67.5 mg (1 infant tablet) | Once daily for 3 consecutive days | Tablets may be crushed and mixed with liquid for ease of pediatric administration. |
| 8-10 kg | Artesunate 25 mg / Amodiaquine 67.5 mg (1 infant tablet) | Once daily for 3 consecutive days | Ensure the complete dose is ingested. Do not skip days. |
| 11-15 kg | Artesunate 50 mg / Amodiaquine 135 mg (1 child tablet) | Once daily for 3 consecutive days | Ensure compliance with the full 3-day treatment schedule to prevent drug resistance. |
| 16-20 kg | Artesunate 50 mg / Amodiaquine 135 mg (1 child tablet) | Once daily for 3 consecutive days | Observe the patient for at least 30 minutes post-dose to ensure retention of the drug. |
Formulation
Tablet
Purpose
Treatment of acute, uncomplicated malaria infections caused by Plasmodium falciparum.
Generic Name
Artesunate + AmodiaquineScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.