Malirid 2.5mg Tablet (Primaquine 2.5mg)

Malirid 2.5mg Tablet

Malirid 2.5Mg Tablet Dt is used to prevent the occurrence of malaria caused by mosquito bites. Being an aminoquinoline, it works by stopping the formation of the blood forms of the parasite that may cause a relapse of malaria. It is used after other medicines have already killed the parasites off in the red blood cells. It kills them in other body tissues.

If you have granulocytopenia, lupus, or rheumatoid arthritis, then Malirid 2.5Mg Tablet Dt should not be prescribed. Alert your doctor if you suffer from low magnesium and potassium levels in your body. Taking quinacrine alongside Malirid 2.5Mg Tablet Dt may increase the risk of its side effects.

Malirid 2.5Mg Tablet Dt is to be taken orally, with or without food as instructed. If you miss a dosage and it is almost time for the next one, skip it; never have 2 dosages in a day. Do not change or purposely skip the dosage, for it will help the parasite to multiply and make the infection resistant.

Some of the possible side effects include nausea, stomach cramps, vomiting and an upset stomach. If you have signs of red blood cell loss such as brown urine, pale skin, consult a doctor right away.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

Use

Malaria

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Side Effects

Abdominal Pain

Epigastric Pain

Gastrointestinal Discomfort

Vomiting

Nausea

Heartburn

Work

This medication works by interfering with the part of the parasite which is accountable for supplying energy to it. It works to kill the parasite and thereby prevents the infection from spreading.