Primaquine Tablets 7.5mg
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Product Description
Primaquine Tablets 7.5mg contain Primaquine, an antimalarial medicine used primarily for the prevention of relapse in certain forms of malaria, particularly Plasmodium vivax and Plasmodium ovale, after appropriate treatment of the blood-stage infection.
Product Overview
Product Name: Primaquine Tablets 7.5mg
Generic Name: Primaquine
Strength: 7.5mg
Form: Tablets
Pack Size: As per manufacturer packaging
Used For: Prevention of relapse in certain malaria infections
Prescription Required: Yes
Ingredients & How They Work
Each tablet contains Primaquine 7.5mg. Primaquine acts against malaria parasites that can remain in the liver, helping reduce the risk of relapse in susceptible malaria infections.
Key Benefits
- Helps prevent relapse of P. vivax malaria
- Helps prevent relapse of P. ovale malaria
- Targets liver-stage malaria parasites
- Supports malaria eradication when appropriately prescribed
How to Use
Take exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider. Complete the full prescribed course and take with food if recommended to reduce stomach upset.
Side Effects & Precautions
Possible Side Effects
- Nausea
- Abdominal discomfort
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Hemolytic anemia in susceptible individuals
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.
- Do not change the dose without medical advice.
Storage Instructions
Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight.