Artemether and Lumefantrine

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Brand Names: U.S.: Coartem?

Uses

It is used to treat malaria.
Artemether and lumefantrine works to harm the parasite and fight the infection.

Dosing

How to take
To gain the most benefit, do not miss doses.
Take this drug with food.
You may crush tablet and mix with 1 or 2 teaspoons (5 or 10 mL) of water.
If you throw up within 1 hour of taking this drug, take 1 more dose.
If you throw up again after taking the second dose, call your doctor.

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