Artemether 5 versus 7 day regimen for severe falciparum malaria.

• Main Authors: J. Karbwang, K. Na-Bangchang, Y. Wattanakoon, A. Thanavibul, T. Harinasuta
• Other Authors: Mahidol University
• Format: Article
• Published: 2018
• Subjects: Medicine
• Online Access: https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/123456789/9620

Twenty-eight male Thai patients with severe falciparum malaria were randomized to receive either artemether for a 5 (300 mg initial dose followed by 100 mg for another 4 days) or a 7 days regimen (160 mg initial dose, followed by 80 mg daily for another 6 days). Thirteen patients received a 5 day re...