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Artemether
💊 Used for: Severe falciparum malaria (when other alternatives unavailable)
Formulation
Tablet
Standard tablet
Dose Range
1.6–3.2 mg/kg
Max Daily
N/A
Frequency
Once daily IM (3.2 mg/kg on day 1, then 1.6 mg/kg daily for 4 days)
Max Single
80 mg
Route: IM/Oral
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: Standard tablet
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 8–16 mg | 8.0–16.0 ml | — |
| 6 kg | 10–19 mg | 9.6–19.2 ml | — |
| 7 kg | 11–22 mg | 11.2–22.4 ml | — |
| 8 kg | 13–26 mg | 12.8–25.6 ml | — |
| 9 kg | 14–29 mg | 14.4–28.8 ml | — |
| 10 kg | 16–32 mg | 16.0–32.0 ml | — |
| 12 kg | 19–38 mg | 19.2–38.4 ml | — |
| 15 kg | 24–48 mg | 24.0–48.0 ml | — |
| 18 kg | 29–58 mg | 28.8–57.6 ml | — |
| 20 kg | 32–64 mg | 32.0–64.0 ml | — |
| 25 kg | 40–80 mg | 40.0–80.0 ml | — |
| 30 kg | 48–96 mg | 48.0–96.0 ml | — |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •C/I: G-6-PD deficiency, immunocompromised patients. Shift to oral as soon as feasible.
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