Product Description

Malirid Tablets 7.5mg contains Primaquine, an antimalarial medicine used for the treatment and prevention of relapse of certain forms of malaria, particularly Plasmodium vivax and Plasmodium ovale infections.

Product Overview

Product Name: Malirid Tablets 7.5mg

Generic Name: Primaquine

Strength: 7.5mg

Form: Tablets

Pack Size: As per manufacturer packaging

Used For: Treatment and prevention of malaria relapse

Prescription Required: Yes

Ingredients & How They Work

Each tablet contains Primaquine 7.5mg, which acts against malaria parasites, particularly the dormant liver stages responsible for relapse in P. vivax and P. ovale malaria.

Key Benefits

• Helps prevent malaria relapse
• Targets dormant liver-stage parasites
• Used in P. vivax malaria
• Used in P. ovale malaria
• Oral antimalarial therapy

How to Use

Take exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider. The treatment duration and dose depend on the type of malaria, patient's age, weight, and clinical condition.

Side Effects & Precautions

Possible Side Effects

• Nausea
• Abdominal discomfort
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Changes in blood counts

Precautions

• G6PD testing is important before treatment because primaquine can cause serious hemolysis in people with G6PD deficiency.
• Do not use during pregnancy unless specifically directed by a specialist.
• Report unusual tiredness, dark urine, or yellowing of the skin immediately.
• Follow the complete prescribed treatment course.

Storage Instructions

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight.