Top 5 Antimalarial Drugs: Benefits and Uses :- Cooper Pharma Limited
Malaria remains a significant global health concern, especially in tropical and subtropical regions. Caused by Plasmodium parasites and transmitted through the bite of infected Anopheles mosquitoes, malaria can lead to serious illness or even death if not treated promptly. Over the years, various antimalarial drugs have been developed to treat and prevent this disease. In this blog, Pharmaceutical manufacturing we explore the top 5 antimalarial drugs, highlighting their benefits and primary uses. 1. Artemisinin-Based Combination Therapies (ACTs) Common Names: Artemether-lumefantrine (Coartem), Artesunate-mefloquine, Dihydroartemisinin-piperaquine Benefits: • Fast-acting and highly effective against Plasmodium falciparum, the deadliest malaria parasite • Low resistance levels when used in combination • Rapid reduction in parasite load in the bloodstream Uses: ACTs are the first-line treatment for uncomplicated falciparum malaria. The combination helps reduce the risk of resistanc...