AS 100mg / AQ eq. 270mg base, blister of 3 tab, 18-35 kg

STD DORAASAQ3T1

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Former Code(s): DORAARAC03-
Article is intended to be used with children (<12 years) ONLY.
6.5.3.1 - For curative treatment
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P01BF03
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ARTESUNATE (AS)/ AMODIAQUINE (AQ)

Therapeutic Action

Fixed-dose combination (FDC) of two antimalarials

Indications

Treatment of uncomplicated P. falciparum malaria

Completion treatment following parenteral therapy for severe malaria

Instructions for use

4 different presentations for 4 categories of weight:

  • infants 4.5-8 kg (2-11 months) : blister of 3 tab. (25/67.5mg)
  • toddlers 9-17 kg (1-5 years): blister of 3 tab. (50/135 mg)
  • children 18-35 kg (6-13 years): blister of 3 tab. (100/270 mg)
  • adults > 36 kg (14 and over): blister of 6 tab. (100/270 mg)

The quantity to be ordered is calculated per blister (= one treatment), not per tablet.

Storage

Below 25°C