Piperaquine
Composition
Piperaquine phosphate, a bisquinoline antimalarial.
Indications
Used in fixed-dose combinations for malaria.
Side effects
QT prolongation, GI symptoms.
Precautions
Monitor ECG if used with QT-prolonging agents.
Contraindications
Cardiac arrhythmias.
Dosage and administration
Oral, in combination.
Countries
Peru, Chile, Colombia, Argentina,
Available Forms
Tablets (with dihydroartemisinin).