Shield
Shield Products are primarily used for
Malaria
About Shield Products
Uses of Shield Products
Artemether 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).
Shield Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Shield are Headache, Dizziness, Weakness, Muscle pain, Joint pain, Vomiting, Decreased appetite, Cough, Fever.
How Shield Products work
Artemether is an antiparasitic medication. It works by producing harmful chemicals (free radicals) within the malarial parasite, thereby killing it.
Patient Concerns about Shield Products
Frequently asked questions about Shield Products
Frequently asked questions about Artemether
Q. Who should not use Shield Injection?
Use of Shield Injection should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Shield Injection or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Shield Injection for the first time, consult your doctor.
Q. What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Shield Injection?
Before starting treatment with Shield Injection, inform your doctor if you have any other health conditions like 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.
Q. Is Shield Injection safe?
Shield 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.
Q. How is Shield Injection administered?
Shield 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 maximum benefit from Shield Injection.
Products for Shield
MRP
₹68
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