Coartem Tablet Price in Pakistan (Price kitni hai)
Coartem Tablet (Artemether 20mg + Lumefantrine 120mg, per tablet) is widely available in Pakistan at licensed pharmacies. This page provides the verified latest price range as of 2026-07-09.
Latest Price Range
- Per 16-tablet pack (2x8): Rs. 256 - 320 approx (generic brands)
- Per 24-tablet adult course: Rs. 380 - 640 approx (generic brands)
- As of: 2026-07-09
- Data confidence: medium
Confirm the final price at a pharmacy. Prices update with manufacturer changes and DRAP notifications.
Price by Pack Size
| Pack Size | Price (Approx) |
|---|---|
| 16 tablets (2x8 pack) — generic brands | Rs. 256 - 320 approx |
| 24 tablets (adult course) — generic brands | Rs. 380 - 640 approx |
| Branded Coartem (Novartis) — 24 tablets | Higher — verify at pharmacy |
Why Prices Vary (Daam kyun farq hote hain)
- Pack size — 16-tablet vs 24-tablet adult course
- Brand — Novartis Coartem vs generic brands (Alar, Artem Plus)
- Pharmacy / city — large chains in Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad vs
small neighbourhood pharmacies
- Stock availability and seasonal malaria demand in endemic areas
- Manufacturer / batch — locally produced vs imported
Cheaper Generic Alternatives (Sasti Dusri Dawaein)
| Brand | Manufacturer | Approx Price (16 tablets) |
|---|---|---|
| Alar 20mg/120mg | Searle Pakistan | Rs. 250 - 300 approx |
| Artem Plus 20mg/120mg | Hilton Pharma | Rs. 256 - 310 approx |
Generic alternatives contain the same artemether + lumefantrine combination. Always complete the full treatment course even if you feel better.
Where to Buy Coartem Tablet in Pakistan
- Licensed retail pharmacies — available across the country
- Online pharmacies — dawaai.pk, sehat.com.pk, emeds.pk (licensed
platforms only)
- Hospital pharmacies — emergency availability
Buying Tips (Khareedne ki Tips)
- Always buy DRAP-registered products.
- Take Coartem Tablet with food or a fatty drink — this is essential for
lumefantrine absorption.
- Complete the full 6-dose course over 3 days — do not stop early.
- A suspiciously low price can be a warning sign of counterfeit medicine.
- Check the expiry date on the strip and the outer pack.
Price Disclaimer
These prices are based on public listings and pharmacy-quoted rates (as of 2026-07-09). PakVita does not sell medicine — it provides an educational price reference only. Always confirm the final price and availability with a local pharmacy or licensed online platform.
The information in this guide is for educational purposes only. Coartem Tablet is a prescription (Rx) medicine — always consult a qualified doctor or pharmacist before purchase and use.
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