What is Rekmal Artesunate Injection 120mg?
Rekmal Artesunate Injection 120mg is a fast-acting antimalarial medication used for the emergency treatment of severe malaria. It contains Artesunate (120mg) as its active ingredient and is presented as a combipack containing the powder for injection along with its required diluents (Sodium Bicarbonate and Sodium Chloride).
Manufactured by Lincoln Parenterals Ltd and marketed in Nigeria by Zolon Healthcare Limited, Rekmal is a preferred choice for healthcare professionals when managing critical malaria cases where oral drugs cannot be used. It is recognized as a first-line treatment for severe malaria in both adults and children according to Nigerian clinical guidelines.
Key Benefits and Use
- Emergency Relief: Effectively clears malaria parasites from the blood rapidly.
- First-Line Treatment: Recommended for cerebral malaria and other severe complications.
- Flexible Dosing: Can be administered through slow Intravenous (IV) or Intramuscular (IM) injection by a professional.
- Complete Kit: The combipack provides the necessary components for immediate reconstitution and use.
Dosage and Administration
Rekmal 120mg must only be administered by a qualified doctor or nurse. The dosage is typically based on the patient's body weight. For adults, the standard dose is 2.4 mg/kg given at 0, 12, and 24 hours, followed by daily doses. For children weighing less than 20kg, a higher dose of 3.0 mg/kg is often required.
Important: After the initial injection phase, once the patient is stable enough to swallow, they must complete a full course of oral antimalarial therapy (ACT) to ensure the infection is fully cleared.
Safety and Storage
- Prescription Only: This is a POM (Prescription-Only Medicine). Do not attempt to self-medicate.
- Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place below 30°C and protect from direct sunlight.
- Pharmacist Consultation: If you need more information about malaria treatment or this specific medication, you can contact a GoMed pharmacist online.
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