Artemether and lumefantrine and Sernivo

• 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: betamethasone topical
• Dosage Forms: topical spray
• Other Brand Names: Diprolene, Luxiq, Sernivo, Diprosone, Uticort, Betanate, Alphatrex, Del-Beta, Maxivate, Valisone, Beta-Val, Betatrex, Betaderm, Diprolene AF, Teladar

Betamethasone is a steroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

Sernivo (for the skin) is used to treat the inflammation and itching caused by a number of skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis.

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