Synonym(s)
Stibogluconate sodium
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- Visceral leishmaniasis (L. donovani): 10-20 mg/kg bw/day i.v. (less painful) or i.m. for 20-30 days.
- Oriental bulb (L. tropica): 20 mg/kg bw/day (less painful) or for 20-30 days.
- Mucocutaneous leishmaniasis: 20 mg/kg bw/day i.v. or i.m. for 20-30 days.
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Cave! The active ingredient is extremely cardiotoxic when used systemically!
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Pentostam (only available through the international pharmacy)
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