Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet 6.0 tablets in 1 strip

Last Updated: December 15th, 2025

Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet is a product of Themis Medicare Ltd

Composition: Artesunate (200mg) + Sulphadoxine (500mg) + Pyrimethamine (25mg)

Pack of 6 tablet

₹ 172.50

Note: MRP can vary depending up on batch!

*MRP inclusive of all taxes

All Details About Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet

Description:

Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet is a combination medicine that is prescribed to treat malaria. It fights against the infection by preventing the growth of the parasites inside the body.

Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet is a prescription medicine. It is to be taken with food and take it at a fixed time regularly. Take the medicine in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. A missed dose should be taken as soon as you remember. The course of the treatment should be completed for better efficacy.

While on this medicine, some people may experience weakness, nausea, headache, mouth sore, etc. as its side effects. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration.

Earlier using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics (especially sulpha medicines) or have any kidney or liver problems. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may monitor you with regular blood and urine tests during treatment.

Uses:

Treatment of Malaria

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet should be taken with or after food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Rtsunate SP

Vomiting
Diarrhea
Feeling of fullness
Mouth sore
Skin rash
Chubbyigue
Headache
Dizziness
Agitated stomach
ECG changes
Nausea

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

CAUTION

Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

FAQs:

What is Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet used for?

Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet is prescribed to treat malaria. It works by stopping the growth of the parasites that cause the infection, helping the body recover from malaria.

How fast should I expect to feel better after starting Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet?

The exact time Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet takes to work is not known. However, fever and weakness often begin improving within 1 to 3 days of use, while full recovery can take longer. Your doctor may check you again after a few weeks to confirm the infection has cleared.

Can I use Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet to prevent malaria on trips?

No, Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet is for treatment of diagnosed malaria, not for prevention before travel. Ask your doctor for recommended preventive options for your destination.

Is Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet effective in areas where malaria is common?

Affirmative, Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet is used for the treatment of uncomplicated falciparum malaria. Your local guidelines and doctor decide based on resistance patterns and availability of preferred artemisinin‑based combinations in your area.

Can Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet be taken with other anti‑malarials or fever reducers?

Your doctor will choose the safe medicines along with Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet. Do not add other anti‑malarials on your own. Simple fever reducers like paracetamol may be used as advised while the Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet treatment works.

What if my fever or chills don’t improve after a couple of days of taking Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet?

If your fever or chills don’t improve after a couple of days of taking Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet, contact your doctor promptly. You may need reassessment for treatment failure, vomiting affecting absorption, or another cause of fever.

I was treated in the hospital with injections. Why am I now sent home with Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet?

For severe malaria, doctors may start injections in the hospital and then complete therapy with Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet at home to fully clear parasites and reduce relapse risk.

After finishing the Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet course, do I still need a follow‑up?

Follow‑up is often advised 1 to 4 weeks after Rtsunate SP 200mg/500mg/25mg Tablet treatment to ensure symptoms have resolved and, if needed, to repeat tests, especially if you still feel unwell or live in a high‑risk area.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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