Arakoda and Butorphanol injection

• Generic Name: tafenoquine
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Arakoda, Krintafel

Arakoda (tafenoquine) is an anti-malaria medicine that works by interfering with the growth of parasites in the red blood cells of the human body.

Parasites that cause malaria typically enter the body through the bite of a mosquito. Malaria is common in areas such as Africa, South America, and Southern Asia.

Arakoda is used to treat malaria in people who are also using other anti-malaria medications.

Arakoda is for use in people 18 years of age and older. It is not known if Arakoda is safe and effective in children.

• Generic Name: butorphanol
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Stadol, Stadol NS

Butorphanol is an opioid pain medication, sometimes called a narcotic.

Butorphanol is used to treat moderate to severe pain. It is also used as part of anesthesia for surgery, or during early labor (if childbirth is expected to be more than 4 hours away).

Butorphanol may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.