Tesunate SP Kit
Prescription RequiredProduct introduction
Tesunate SP Kit is a combination medicine that is prescribed to treat malaria. It fights against the infection by preventing the growth of the parasites inside the body.
Tesunate SP Kit is a prescription medicine. It is to be taken with food and take it at a fixed time regularly. Take the medicine in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. A missed dose should be taken as soon as you remember. The course of the treatment should be completed for better efficacy.
While on this medicine, some people may experience weakness, nausea, headache, mouth sore, etc. as its side effects. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration.
Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics (especially sulpha medicines) or have any kidney or liver problems. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may monitor you with regular blood and urine tests during treatment.
Uses of Tesunate SP Kit
Benefits of Tesunate SP Kit
In Treatment of Malaria
Malaria is a serious or life-threatening illness that is spread by a parasite that enters the human body by the bite of infected mosquitoes. Tesunate SP Kit is an antimalarial medicine and is used to treat malaria. It kills the infection-causing parasite and stops the further spread of the infection in the body. Do not use this medicine for treating any other condition without consulting your doctor.
Side effects of Tesunate SP Kit
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 Tesunate SP
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Feeling of fullness
- Mouth sore
- Skin rash
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Upset stomach
- ECG changes
- Nausea
How to use Tesunate SP Kit
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label before use. Tesunate SP Kit should be taken with or after food.
How Tesunate SP Kit works
Tesunate SP Kit is a combination of three medicines: Artesunate, Sulphadoxine and Pyrimethamine which treat malaria. Artesunate and Pyrimethamine are antiparasitic medicines which work by increasing the levels of haeme in the blood, a substance toxic to the malarial parasite. This kills the parasite and stops the infection from spreading. Sulphadoxine is an antibiotic which stops the bacteria from producing folic acid, a nutrient required for bacterial multiplication.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Tesunate SP Kit. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Tesunate SP Kit during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Tesunate SP Kit may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Tesunate SP Kit may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Tesunate SP Kit should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Tesunate SP Kit should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
What if you forget to take Tesunate SP Kit?
If you miss a dose of Tesunate SP Kit, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Tesunate SP Kit is prescribed for the treatment of malaria.
- It is advisable to drink plenty of fluids and a healthy diet while taking the medicine.
- It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how the medicine affects you.
- Tesunate SP Kit should be taken with food or drinks enriched with fat such as milk.
- Inform your doctor if you have anemia.
- Inform your doctor if you notice flu-like symptoms such as chills, fever, muscle pains, and any changes in a heartbeat.
- You may be asked for a regular blood test once a week while taking this medicine.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
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Therapeutic Class
ANTI MALARIALS
Patient concerns
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FAQs
What is Tesunate SP Kit used for?
Tesunate SP Kit is prescribed to treat malaria. It works by stopping the growth of the parasites that cause the infection, helping the body recover from malaria.
How fast should I expect to feel better after starting Tesunate SP Kit?
The exact time Tesunate SP Kit takes to work is not known. However, fever and weakness often begin improving within 1 to 3 days of use, while full recovery can take longer. Your doctor may check you again after a few weeks to confirm the infection has cleared.
Can I use Tesunate SP Kit to prevent malaria on trips?
No, Tesunate SP Kit is for treatment of diagnosed malaria, not for prevention before travel. Ask your doctor for recommended preventive options for your destination.
Is Tesunate SP Kit effective in areas where malaria is common?
Yes, Tesunate SP Kit is used for the treatment of uncomplicated falciparum malaria. Your local guidelines and doctor decide based on resistance patterns and availability of preferred artemisinin‑based combinations in your area.
Can Tesunate SP Kit be taken with other anti‑malarials or fever reducers?
Your doctor will choose the safe medicines along with Tesunate SP Kit. Do not add other anti‑malarials on your own. Simple fever reducers like paracetamol may be used as advised while the Tesunate SP Kit treatment works.
What if my fever or chills don’t improve after a couple of days of taking Tesunate SP Kit?
If your fever or chills don’t improve after a couple of days of taking Tesunate SP Kit, contact your doctor promptly. You may need reassessment for treatment failure, vomiting affecting absorption, or another cause of fever.
I was treated in the hospital with injections. Why am I now sent home with Tesunate SP Kit?
For severe malaria, doctors may start injections in the hospital and then complete therapy with Tesunate SP Kit at home to fully clear parasites and reduce relapse risk.
After finishing the Tesunate SP Kit course, do I still need a follow‑up?
Follow‑up is often advised 1 to 4 weeks after Tesunate SP Kit treatment to ensure symptoms have resolved and, if needed, to repeat tests, especially if you still feel unwell or live in a high‑risk area.
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- Maiga H, Djimde AA, Beavogui AH, et al. Efficacy of sulphadoxine-pyrimethamine + artesunate, sulphadoxine-pyrimethamine + amodiaquine, and sulphadoxine-pyrimethamine alone in uncomplicated falciparum malaria in Mali. Malar J. 2015;14:64. [Accessed 17 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:
- Priotto G, Kabakyenga J, Pinoges L, et al. Artesunate and sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine combinations for the treatment of uncomplicated Plasmodium falciparum malaria in Uganda: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Trans R Soc Trop Med Hyg. 2003;97(3):325-30. [Accessed 17 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:
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Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: March, 2026
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Expires on or after: March, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Tesunate SP Kit. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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