Composition Active Ingredient: Artesunate — 50 mg per tablet (a derivative of artemisinin, a potent antimalarial agent) Form: Oral tablet Brand / Manufacturer: Commonly marketed as Norsunate by Enorm Med Pharma or similar generic producers in India. Therapeutic Class Class: Antiparasitic / Antimalarial medication Action Class: Artemisinin derivative — acts against malaria parasites inside red blood cells by generating free radicals that damage the parasite. Indications (Uses) Norsunate 50 mg is prescribed for: ✔ Treatment of acute uncomplicated malaria, especially caused by Plasmodium falciparum. ✔ Often used in combination with other antimalarial drugs for increased effectiveness and to prevent resistance. Mechanism of Action The active ingredient artesunate rapidly produces harmful free radicals inside the malaria parasite, leading to destruction of the parasite and reduction of parasite load in the blood. Dosage & Administration Take exactly as prescribed by a healthcare provider. Swallow the tablet whole with water, usually with food to reduce gastric discomfort and improve absorption. Complete the full prescribed course even if symptoms improve to avoid treatment failure and resistance. Norsunate 50mg, containing the active ingredient Artesunate, is primarily used to treat malaria, working as an antimalarial to kill the malaria parasite, often requiring it to be taken with fatty foods and for the full course to prevent recurrence, with potential side effects including sleepiness and dizziness, so caution is advised. Malaria Treatment: Its main purpose is to combat malaria, especially severe forms, often used in combination with other antimalarials.