Artemether and lumefantrine and Prepopik

• Generic Name: artemether / lumefantrine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Coartem

Artemether and lumefantrine are anti-malaria medications that interfere with the growth of parasites in the red blood cells of the human body. Malaria is caused by parasites that enter the body through the bite of a mosquito. Malaria is common in areas such as Africa, South America, and Southern Asia.

Artemether and lumefantrine is a combination medicine used to treat non-severe malaria.

Artemether and lumefantrine is for use in adults and children at least 2 months old or who weigh at least 11 pounds (5 kilograms).

This medication is used only to treat malaria. Do not use artemether and lumefantrine to prevent malaria.

Artemether and lumefantrine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: citric acid / magnesium oxide / sodium picosulfate
• Dosage Forms: powder for oral solution
• Other Brand Names: Clenpiq, Prepopik

Prepopik contains a combination of citric acid, magnesium oxide, and sodium picosulfate.

Prepopik causes diarrhea for the purpose of cleaning your colon before a colonoscopy. Cleaning the colon allows the inside of your colon to be seen more clearly on the colonoscopy.

Prepopik is for use in adults and children at least 9 years old.