Camosunate 150 mg/50 mg (1-6 years) powder sachet #6

How should Camosunate 150 mg/50 mg powder sachet be prepared and administered for a child aged 1-6 years?

Dissolve one sachet of Artesunate 50mg and one sachet of Amodiaquine base 150mg in 10ml of clean water. Take once daily for three days.

What is the dosage regimen of Camosunate for children between 1 and 6 years old?

One sachet of Camosunate 150 mg/50 mg dissolved in 10ml of water, taken once daily for three days.

My child is 4 years old and has malaria. Is Camosunate 150 mg/50 mg an appropriate treatment?

Yes.

What are the active ingredients in Camosunate?

Artesunate and Amodiaquine.

How many sachets of Camosunate 150 mg/50 mg are required for a full course of treatment for a child aged 3?

Three sachets.

Where can I find the expiration date for Camosunate?

Printed on the outside packaging.

What are the potential side effects of Camosunate?

Artesunate: slight changes in blood values, transient reduction in heart rate, abdominal cramps, and mild diarrhea. Amodiaquine: lethargy, drowsiness, involuntary movements, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, hepatitis, and blood disorders.

Are there any contraindications for Camosunate for a child in this age group?

Hypersensitivity to Artesunate or Amodiaquine, history of fever disease or blood impairment during previous amodiaquine treatment, or retinopathy related to frequent amodiaquine use.

How should Camosunate be stored?

Original packaging, dry place below 30°C, and not used after the expiration date.

What should I do if I suspect my child has overdosed on Camosunate?

Immediately stop treatment and consult a doctor or pharmacist.