⚕ Rx (Prescription Required)Antibiotics & Anti-InfectivesAntimalarials

Artemether

Active pharmaceutical substance formulated in Jan Aushadhi generic products for Antibiotics & Anti-Infectives treatment.

🧴 Clinical Application

Take orally with food or milk (or any high-fat meal), which enhances lumefantrine absorption sixteen-fold. Standard regimen comprises a 6-dose course over 3 days (at 0h, 8h, 24h, 36h, 48h, and 60h). If vomiting occurs within 1 hour of a dose, repeat the full dose immediately.

⚠️ Side Effects

Common: Headache, dizziness, anorexia, nausea, abdominal discomfort, cough, arthralgia. Rare/Severe: QT interval prolongation, severe hypersensitivity reactions, and angioedema.

🛡️ Safety Warnings

Take strictly with fatty meals for clinical efficacy. Caution in patients with congenital QT prolongation, cardiac arrhythmias, or taking other QT-prolonging agents. Not indicated for severe/cerebral malaria or prophylaxis.

Jan Aushadhi Products containing Artemether

Found 1 generic formulation(s) containing this active ingredient.

⚕ Rx OnlyAntimalarials

Artemether 80mg + Lumefantrine 480mg Tablets

Tablets
6's

Artemether and Lumefantrine is a premier oral Artemisinin-based Combination Therapy (ACT) on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines. Artemether provides fast clearance of parasitemia through free radical production, while lumefantrine, a synthetic fluorene derivative, clears remaining parasites with a prolonged elimination half-life, preventing recrudescence and resistance development. Indicated for the treatment of acute uncomplicated Plasmodium falciparum and mixed malaria.

₹28.13₹134.1579% saved
ArtemetherLumefantrine

Brand Equivalents & Price Comparison

Compare Jan Aushadhi generic prices against popular commercial brands for Artemether.

Generic FormulationPack SizeJan Aushadhi PriceCommercial Brand EquivalentsAvg. Commercial PriceSavings
Artemether 80mg + Lumefantrine 480mg Tablets6's₹28.13LUMERAX, LUMIFEN, COMBITHER, LUMET, REZATRIN₹134.1579% Save

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Get answers to common queries about Artemether generics.

How many Jan Aushadhi products contain Artemether?＋
This directory currently lists 1 Jan Aushadhi generic product(s) containing Artemether as an active pharmaceutical ingredient (API). The count reflects the July 2026 PMBI catalog snapshot.
Does Artemether require a prescription at Jan Aushadhi Kendras?＋
Yes. Artemether is classified as a prescription-required (Rx) ingredient under applicable Indian drug schedules. You must present a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner to obtain it at a Jan Aushadhi Kendra.
What is the lowest listed price for Artemether at Jan Aushadhi?＋
Based on the July 2026 PMBI catalog, the lowest listed MRP for a Artemether formulation is ₹28.13. Individual prices vary by pack size and dosage form. Use the product links above for the exact MRP of each formulation.
Are Jan Aushadhi Artemether products clinically equivalent to branded versions?＋
Jan Aushadhi generics contain the same declared active pharmaceutical ingredient (Artemether) at the same concentration as branded counterparts and must meet CDSCO quality standards. However, inactive excipients, release mechanisms, and manufacturing processes can differ between manufacturers. Never switch a prescribed medicine without consulting your doctor.
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