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Bester 75mg Injection

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Product introduction

Bester 75mg Injection is an antiparasitic medication. It is used in the treatment of malaria. It is not used to prevent malaria or to treat severe malaria (where it has affected the brain, lungs, or kidneys).

Bester 75mg Injection is administered as an injection under the supervision of a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered.

Some people may experience vomiting, headache, nausea, and abdominal pain as side effects of this medicine. You may also notice some injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist.

Uses of Bester Injection

Benefits of Bester Injection

In Malaria

Bester 75mg Injection is an antimalarial medicine and is used alone or with other medications to treat malaria (a serious or life-threatening illness that is spread by a parasite that enters the human body by the bite of infected mosquitoes). However, this medicine should not be used to prevent malaria or to treat severe cases of malaria. This medicine is given by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Refrain from taking any other medicines or antacids along with this medicine (unless advised by the doctor) as they may affect the absorption of this medicine. Do not use this medicine for treating any other condition without consulting your doctor.

Side effects of Bester Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Bester

  • Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

How to use Bester Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Bester Injection works

Bester 75mg Injection is an antiparasitic medication. It works by producing harmful chemicals (free radicals) within the malarial parasite, thereby killing it.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Bester 75mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Bester 75mg Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Bester 75mg Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Bester 75mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Bester 75mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Bester 75mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Bester Injection?

If you miss a dose of Bester 75mg Injection, please consult your doctor.\n

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Quick tips

  • Bester 75mg Injection is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
  • It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
  • Do not take this medicine if you are in the first 3 months of pregnancy. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
  • Inform your doctor if you notice flu-like symptoms such as chills, fever, muscle pains and any changes in a heartbeat.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Sesquiterpene lactones
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI MALARIALS
Action Class
Antimalarial- Artemisinin and derivatives

Patient concerns

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whenever my head is wet i use to have massive headache and severe sneezing nose is blocked this happens not only while i use to wet in rain but also when i use to wet my head while taking bath until and unless i take a pain killer for my headache my pain doesn't forgive me may i know what should i do ? why i am suffering from such abnormal situation and also what medicine should i take
Dr. Vijay Verma
ENT
It appears that either u r having allergy or vasomotor rhinitis, it is bester u get allergy testing and ct scan of paranasal sinus. Nasal sprays help in these conditions. Consult ent specialist near u for the same
Which medicine use for Malaria? What is eating in Malaria?
Dr. Saurav Arora
Homeopathy
The medicine depends upon symptoms and stage of disease
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FAQs

Who should not use Bester 75mg Injection?

Use of Bester 75mg Injection should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Bester 75mg Injection or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Bester 75mg Injection for the first time, consult your doctor.

What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Bester 75mg Injection?

Before starting treatment with Bester 75mg Injection, inform your doctor if you have any other health condition like a kidney- or heart-related problems. This is because certain medical conditions may affect your treatment and you may even need dose modifications. Also, let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Is Bester 75mg Injection safe?

Bester 75mg Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

How is Bester 75mg Injection administered?

Bester 75mg Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the maximum benefit from Bester 75mg Injection.

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References

  1. Mohanty S, Mishra SK, Satpathy SK, et al. α, β-Arteether for the treatment of complicated falciparum malaria. Transactions of The Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. 1997;91(3):328-30. [Accessed 30 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

Marketer details

Name: Stalwart Remedies Pvt Ltd
Address: 304 Signature 1, Urmi Cross Roads, Productivity Road, Alakapuri, BARODA India
Country of origin: India

MRP
64
Inclusive of all taxes
2.0 ml in 1 vial
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