Artesunate (Injection)

The WHO gold standard for severe malaria. It works much faster than quinine and has a better safety profile. Must be followed by a full course of oral ACT.

Dosage by Body Weight

Pediatric dose: 3 mg/kg (for children <20kg) or 2.4 mg/kg (for >20kg) at 0, 12, and 24 hours, then daily.

Body Weight
5-10 kg
Dose
15 mg to 30 mg
Frequency
At 0, 12, and 24 hours (IV/IM)
Tracking Notes
Life-saving emergency treatment.

Weight-based dosage tracking table for Artesunate (Injection), including body weight, dose, frequency, and tracking notes.
Body Weight	Dose	Frequency	Tracking Notes
5-10 kg	15 mg to 30 mg	At 0, 12, and 24 hours (IV/IM)	Life-saving emergency treatment.

Formulation

Injection (Vial)

Purpose

Emergency treatment of severe malaria in children and adults.

Generic Name

Artesunate

Branded Drug Names

Artesunate (Injection) is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:

Larinate
Falcinil

Scheduled Drug

Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.

Alternatives

Quinine InjectionArtemether