Pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of intravenous artesunate during severe malaria treatment in Ugandan adults

Pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of intravenous artesunate during severe malaria treatment in Ugandan adults

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Severe malaria is a medical emergency with high mortality. Prompt achievement of therapeutic concentrations of highly effective anti-malarial drugs reduces the risk of death. The aim of this study was to assess the pharmacokinetics a...

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Main Authors: Byakika-Kibwika Pauline, Lamorde Mohammed, Mayito Jonathan, Nabukeera Lillian, Mayanja-Kizza Harriet, Katabira Elly, Hanpithakpong Warunee, Obua Celestino, Pakker Nadine, Lindegardh Niklas, Tarning Joel, de Vries Peter J, Merry Concepta
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-04-01
Series:Malaria Journal
Subjects:
Pharmacokinetics
Pharmacodynamics
Intravenous
Artesunate
Severe malaria
Online Access:http://www.malariajournal.com/content/11/1/132

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