MELARSOPROL, 36mg/ml, 5ml, amp.
STD
DINJMELA3A5
Valid Article
Account code:
60000
HS Code:
300490
Last Updated on:
07/11/2024, 17:49:34
Former
Code(s):
-X DINJMELA3A-
6.5.5.1 - African trypanosomiasis
Classification of the medicines in groups and subgroups according to their therapeutic use.
The classification used by MSF is based on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines.
P01CD01
Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification according to WHOCC
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MELARSOPROL
Therapeutic Action
Antitrypanosomal (arsenic derivative)
Indications
Meningoencephalitic stage of African trypanosomiasis due to T. b. gambiense and T. b. rhodesiense
- See WHO interim guidelines for the treatment of gambiense human African trypanosomiasis, 2019
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Instructions for use
Must be given as slow IV injection.
Never administer by IM or SC route.
Precautions for Use
Due to the high toxicity and numerous adverse effects, patients must be treated in hospital settings, under close medical supervision.
Propyleneglycol (melarsoprol solvent) corrodes plastic. Single-use syringes should therefore be prepared just before giving injections.
Contraindicated during pregnancy.
Storage
- Below 25°C - Protect from sunlight
- Dangerous product whose stock must be properly managed.