Kasartem (Artemether & Lumefantrine)

Kasartem is an antimalarial medication designed to treat acute, uncomplicated malaria infections caused by Plasmodium falciparum. It combines two active ingredients: artemether and lumefantrine. Artemether, derived from the sweet wormwood plant, acts quickly to reduce the number of malaria parasites in the bloodstream by producing free radicals that damage the parasites. Lumefantrine, with a longer half-life, works by disrupting the parasite's ability to metabolize hemoglobin, ensuring the complete clearance of the infection and preventing recurrence. Typically administered in tablet form, Kasartem should be taken as prescribed by a healthcare professional to ensure effective treatment and avoid resistance.