Glucantime 1.5g/5ml Injection Meglumine Antimoniate In Pakistan

Glucantime 1.5g/5ml Injection Meglumine Antimoniate In Pakistan

Glucantime 1.5g/5ml Injection contains Meglumine Antimoniate, an antimonial medicine used to treat leishmaniasis, a parasitic infection caused by Leishmania parasites.

It is prescribed for certain forms of leishmaniasis, including cutaneous leishmaniasis (skin infection) and visceral leishmaniasis, depending on the type of infection and local treatment guidelines.

Glucantime works by acting against the Leishmania parasite and helping control the infection. Treatment requires medical supervision and appropriate monitoring.

Key Benefits

• Used in the treatment of leishmaniasis.

• Helps fight Leishmania parasite infections.

• May be prescribed for cutaneous leishmaniasis.

• May be used for certain cases of visceral leishmaniasis.

• Helps control parasitic infection when appropriately prescribed.

• Supports treatment of skin lesions caused by leishmaniasis.

• Provides an established antimonial treatment option in selected cases.

Ingredients

Active Ingredient:

- Meglumine Antimoniate – 1.5g per 5ml.

Drug Category:

• Pentavalent Antimonial.

• Antiparasitic Medication.

Note: Check the manufacturer's packaging for the exact antimony content and complete inactive ingredient list.

How to Use

1. Use Glucantime only under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional.

2. It is administered by injection using the route prescribed by the doctor.

3. The dosage depends on the patient's body weight, infection type, and severity.

4. Follow the complete treatment schedule recommended by your infectious disease specialist.

5. Do not stop treatment early without medical advice.

6. Never administer the injection yourself unless specifically trained and instructed by a healthcare professional.