Hosither 150mg Injection

Hosither 150mg Injection is a medication formulated with alpha-beta arteether, an antimalarial agent. It is indicated for the treatment of severe forms of malaria, which encompass conditions such as cerebral malaria and malaria strains resistant to chloroquine. Severe malaria is a life-threatening medical emergency characterized by organ dysfunction, high parasite loads, and potential complications affecting the brain, kidneys, or lungs.

Alpha-beta arteether exerts its therapeutic effect by targeting the malaria parasite within the host. Its mechanism involves the generation of free radicals, which disrupt the parasite's cellular processes and ultimately lead to its destruction. This medication is exclusively administered by healthcare professionals, such as a doctor or nurse, within a hospital or clinical setting.

Self-administration is not recommended due to the specialized nature of its use and the critical condition it treats. Professional oversight ensures appropriate dosing, monitoring for adverse effects, and management of the patient's overall clinical status during treatment for severe malaria.

Dosage

Overdose

This injection will be given to you by a doctor or nurse. Therefore, it is less likely that you will get an overdose of this medicine. If you experience any symptoms right after taking this injection, seek medical help.

Missed a Dose

The doctor or nurse usually gives this injection in the hospital or clinic. Therefore, the chances of missing a dose are less. However, if you feel that a dose has been missed, please inform your doctor and nurse.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Alpha-beta arteether kills the malaria parasite by generating free radicals within it.

Directions for Use

Hosither 150mg Injection will be given in hospital by your doctor or nurse. Do not self-inject.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Hosither 150mg Injection during pregnancy?

Consult your doctor before using this medicine during pregnancy, as limited safety information is available.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Hosither 150mg Injection while breastfeeding?

Consult your doctor before using this medicine while breastfeeding, as limited safety information is available.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Hosither 150mg Injection ?

There is limited information about the effects of this medicine on driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Hosither 150mg Injection ?

There is limited information about the effects of this medicine on alcohol.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding.
• You have any existing medical conditions like diabetes, hypertension, kidney or liver problem, etc., be sure to consult your doctor.
• You are on other medications, supplements or following any complementary or integrative health approaches.
• Do you develop any allergic reactions while on treatment.

Contraindications

If you are allergic to alpha-beta arteether or any of the ingredients of Hosither 150mg Injection .

Side effects

• Injection site reactions

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Hosither 150mg Injection works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.

Storage and disposal

• Store Hosither 150mg Injection under the conditions mentioned on the pack.
• Keep it away from children and pets

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is Hosither 150mg Injection an antibiotic medicine?

No, Hosither 150mg Injection is not an antibiotic medicine. It is an anti-malarial medicine used to treat malaria.

What is the composition of Hosither 150mg Injection ?

Hosither 150mg Injection contains alpha-beta arteether as its active ingredient.