GEN M 80/480MG TAB
GEN-M 80/480mg Tablet contains Artemether 80mg and Lumefantrine 480mg, an antimalarial combination used to treat uncomplicated malaria caused by susceptible malaria parasites. Artemether acts rapidly to reduce the parasite burden, while the longer-acting Lumefantrine helps eliminate remaining parasites.
Uses
- Used for the treatment of uncomplicated malaria
- Particularly used for susceptible Plasmodium falciparum malaria
- Helps eliminate malaria parasites from the bloodstream
- Used as an artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT)
Benefits
- Combines two antimalarial medicines with complementary actions
- Artemether provides rapid reduction of malaria parasites
- Lumefantrine provides longer-lasting antimalarial activity
- Convenient oral tablet formulation
Possible Side Effects
Some people may experience:
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea or vomiting
- Abdominal discomfort
- Loss of appetite
- Sleep disturbances
Rarely, serious heart-rhythm abnormalities may occur, particularly in people with existing cardiac risk factors or when combined with other medicines that prolong the QT interval. Seek medical attention for fainting, severe palpitations or significant allergic reactions.
Pharmacist Advice
Take GEN-M exactly according to your doctor's prescribed malaria treatment schedule and complete the full course, even if you begin to feel better.
Take each dose with food or a fatty drink, as this improves absorption of Lumefantrine.
If vomiting occurs shortly after taking a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for instructions regarding whether the dose should be repeated.
Tell your doctor if you have a history of heart-rhythm problems, fainting, liver disease, or are taking other medicines that may affect heart rhythm.
Inform your healthcare professional if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before treatment. GEN-M should be used under appropriate medical guidance.