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ARTESUNATE 60mg, powder,vial +NaHCO3 5% 1ml +NaCl 0.9% 5ml

https://medicalguidelines.msf.org/en/node/745
https://unicat.msf.org/cat/product/11631
STD DINJARTS6V-

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Former Code(s): -X
The product is supplied (and stored) sterile, it must remain sterile until its use. Sterile = state of being free from all living microorganisms.
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ARTESUNATE

Therapeutic Action

Antimalarial, artemisinine derivative

Indications

Severe malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum

Instructions for use

Combi-pack containing two necessary diluents:

  • 1 powder vial of 60 mg artesunate
  • 1 ampoule containing 1 ml of 5% sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3) for reconstitution
  • 1 ampoule containing 5 ml of 0.9% NaCl for dilution

Refer to the instructions detailed in GUIDELINES FOR ADMINISTRATION OF INJECTABLE ARTESUNATE FOR SEVERE MALARIA (see articles related) for reconstitution, dilution and administration.

ARTESUNATE 60mg, powder,vial + NaHCO3 5% 1ml + NaCl 0.9% 5ml (DINJARTS6V-) and ARTESUNATE 60mg, pwd vial + ARGININE 2%/NaHCO3 0.84% 3ml (DINJARTS6V3) are interchangeable and weight-dosing is the same. Missions should progressively shift from DINJARTS6V- to DINJARTS6V3.

Must be given as slow IV injection or slow IM injection.

Precautions for Use

Never administer by IV infusion.

Do not use water for injection for reconstitution of the artesunate powder. Use the ampoules of diluents provided.

Storage

  • Below 25°C - Protect from sunlight
  • After reconstitution, use the solution immediately.