sodium stibogluconate
Last reviewed 10/2023
Sodium stibogluconate is used in the treatment of leishmaniasis.
This drug is given for at least 20 days by intravenous or intramuscular injection. Doses should be set by local experts.
Cautions:
- intravenous injection should be stopped if coughing or substernal pain develops
- intramuscular injection is painful
Side effects:
- anorexia
- vomiting
- coughing
- substernal pain
The summary of product characteristics should be consulted before prescribing this drug.