Side-effects
Artesunate produces a list of side-effects but all of them may not occur in every case.
It is essential that the wholesalers, retailer and Artesunate Injection Distributors in India make physicians and other relevant people aware of the side-effects.
Doctors should also ask for specific drug allergies before prescribing Artesunate.

Common side-effects are listed here:

• Abnormal Liver Function
• Slow Heart Rate
• Abnormal Blood Counts
• Vomiting
• Dizziness
• Feeling Sick
• Injection site pain
• Fever with body pain
• Anemia (Rare)
• Lower count of WBC and Platelet (Rare)
• Fatty liver or swelling in the liver (Rare)
• Not enough information is available about the suitability of it for pregnancy and lactation. However, it is considered a safe drug to prevent and cure Malaria.

Precautions

• Use of heavy machinery or driving should be avoided after the administration of this drug.
• It is important that physicians and medical practitioners follow the instructions and directions printed on the product insert.
• Any allergies, pre-existing ailments or physical condition such as pregnancy or recent surgery should be inquired before administrating the drug.
• The physicians decide the dose based on the physical condition and severity of ailment.
• Weight and age are the important parameters to determine the quantity and frequency of administration.
• Any side-effects, if persistent or becomes worse should be reported to the doctor immediately.