Human African Trypanosomiasis

Human African Trypanosomiasis (HAT) is caused by the protozoa of the genus trypanosoma that is transmitted by the bite of tsetse fly in sub- Saharan Africa. The disease is also known as sleeping sickness and has been reported from remote areas, mainly from the game parks in Mashonaland Central, Mashonaland West and Matebeleland North.

Chapter 12: Tropical Diseases

Treatments

2 drugs
Other
Preg. Unknown

Indication: Human African Trypanosomiasis

Adult Dose

2.16 mg/kg

Route

IV

Preg. Unknown

Indication: Human African Trypanosomiasis

Adult Dose

5 mg/kg

Route

IV