Malrid Tablet Substitute
Verified Ingredients and Effects
Composition:
PRIMAQUINE-2.5MG
Uses:
Malaria.
Medicinal Benefits:
Malrid Tablet belongs to the class 'anti-malarials' primarily used for the treatment of malaria. Malrid Tablet contains 'primaquine'. It works by increasing the levels of haeme in the blood, a substance toxic to the malarial parasite. This kills the parasite and stops the infection from spreading. In this way Malrid Tablet used for the prevention of relapse of malaria caused by plasmodium vivax and Plasmodium ovale strains of the parasite. Malrid Tablet can also be given in combination with clindamycin for the treatment of Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia (PCP).
FAQs
No, as there may be a risk of hemolysis in patients with G6PD deficiency. Doctors consultation is mandatory.
Malrid Tablet works by increasing the levels of haeme in the blood, a substance toxic to the malarial parasite. This kills the parasite and stops the infection from spreading. In this way Malrid Tablet used for the prevention of relapse of malaria caused by plasmodium vivax and Plasmodium ovale strains of the parasite.
Common side effects of Malrid Tablet include rash, vomiting, headache, dizziness, hives, stomach pain, nausea, abdominal pain, itching, heartburn, gastrointestinal discomfort, upper abdominal pain.
No, do not stop taking Malrid Tablet. It is recommended to take this medicine for the entire prescribed duration even when symptoms improve or resolve. Failure to do so might result in drug resistance and treating any subsequent infection with the same medicine would be very difficult.
No, Malrid Tablet is not safe to use in heart problems. The use of this medicine may increase the risk of irregular heart rhythms. Therefore, it should be used with caution in patients with arrhythmias or any other heart diseases. Any symptoms of palpitations, difficulty in breathing should be reported to the doctor.