PRIMAQUINE

Overview

PRIMAQUINE is a Schedule H drug.
Primaquine is an antiparasitic medication which treats malaria. It works by increasing the levels of heme in the blood, a substance toxic to the malarial parasite. This kills the parasite and stops the infection from spreading.

Usage

PRIMAQUINE is generally used to treat: Malaria

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

Large doses of primaquine must be avoided as leukopenia (a decrease in the number of white blood cells) can occur. Primaquine treatment should be discontinued immediately when leukopenia occurs. Patients should avoid pregnancy during primaquine treatment. Sexually active women should take effective contraceptive pills and men should use a condom during and 3 months after stopping the treatment.

Symptoms of Overdosage

PRIMAQUINE over-dosage can result in: Vomit, Heartburn, Abdomen Stomach Cramps, Weakness (generalized), Pale Skin

Common Side-Effects

PRIMAQUINE : Nausea, Vomit, Dizziness, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Abdomen Stomach Cramps

Serious Side-Effects

PRIMAQUINE : Dizziness, Fainting, Irregular Heartbeat, Chest Pain, Lightheadedness

Rare Side-Effects

PRIMAQUINE : Face Swelling, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

PRIMAQUINE can interfere with: G6pd Deficiency, Methaemoglobinaemia, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus Erythematosus, Neutropenia, Anemia

Technical Classification

PRIMAQUINE is categorized as: ANTIMALARIAL QUINOLINES / ANTIMALARIAL AGENTS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with PRIMAQUINE as Ingredient

CP TABCHLOROQUINE 100.0 MG, PRIMAQUINE
LAVCLOR TABPRIMAQUINE , CHLOROQUINE
LEOPRIME 7.5MG TABPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG
LEOPRIME FORTE 7.5MG TABPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG
LEOPRIME KID 7.5MG TABPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG
MALIRID 2.5MG TAB DTPRIMAQUINE 2.5 MG
MALIRID TABPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG
MALIRID-DS FC-TABPRIMAQUINE 15 MG
PIMAQUIN 7.5MG TABPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG
PMQ INGA 15MG TABPRIMAQUINE 15.0 MG
PMQ INGA 2.5MG TABPRIMAQUINE 2.5 MG
PMQ INGA 7.5MG TABPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG
PRIB 2.5MG TABPRIMAQUINE 2.5 MG
PRIB 7.5MG TABPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG
PRIB DS 15MG TABPRIMAQUINE 15.0 MG
PRIMACARE 7.5MG TABPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG
PRIMACIP 15MG TABPRIMAQUINE 15.0 MG
PRIMACIP 7.5MG TABPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG
PRIMALINE 15MG TABPRIMAQUINE 15.0 MG
PRIMAQUIN TABPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG
PRIMAQUINE 15MG TABPRIMAQUINE 15.0 MG
PRIMARID 15MG TABPRIMAQUINE 15.0 MG
PRIMARID 2.5MG TABPRIMAQUINE 2.5 MG
PRIMARID 7.5MG TABPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG
PRIMEC 15MG TABPRIMAQUINE 15.0 MG
PRIMELIFE 7.5MG TABPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG
PRIMELIFE FORTE 15MG TABPRIMAQUINE 15.0 MG
PRIMELIFE KID 2.5MG TABPRIMAQUINE 2.5 MG
QUINAPRIM 15MG TABPRIMAQUINE 15.0 MG
QUINAPRIM 2.5MG TABPRIMAQUINE 2.5 MG
QUINAPRIM 7.5MG TABPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG
R C VAX 15MG TABPRIMAQUINE 15.0 MG
R C VAX 7.5MG TABPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG
VEXAPRIM 15MG TABPRIMAQUINE 15.0 MG