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Pharmacology - Sodium Stibogluconate
The Function of Sodium Stibogluconate
Kills protozoa in macrophages, maybe by releasing harmful oxygen radicals.
Daily injections into the veins or subcutaneously (painful) for 10–20 days.
Clinical Application
As a means of curing kala-azar, a kind of visceral leishmaniasis, and potentially cutaneous leishmaniasis as well.
Expert guidance required.
Serious Side Effects
symptoms such as arthralgia, myalgia, coughing, headache, and alterations in electrocardiogram were seen.
The Function of Sodium Stibogluconate
Kills protozoa in macrophages, maybe by releasing harmful oxygen radicals.
Daily injections into the veins or subcutaneously (painful) for 10–20 days.
Clinical Application
As a means of curing kala-azar, a kind of visceral leishmaniasis, and potentially cutaneous leishmaniasis as well.
Expert guidance required.
Serious Side Effects
symptoms such as arthralgia, myalgia, coughing, headache, and alterations in electrocardiogram were seen.
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