Manufacturers

Ipca Laboratories Ltd

Salt Composition

Primaquine (45mg)

Medicine Type

drugs

Introduction

In Malaria Malirid 45 Tablet is an antimalarial medicine and is used to treat malaria, a serious or life-threatening illness that is spread by a parasite that enters the human body by the bite of infected mosquitoes. It kills the infection-causing parasite and stops the further spread of the infection. Take it only as prescribed and refrain from taking any other medicines along with this medicine (unless advised by the doctor) as they may affect the absorption of this medicine. Do not use this medicine for treating any other condition without consulting your doctor.

Benefits

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Malirid 45 Tablet is to be taken with food.

Description

Malirid 45 Tablet is an antiparasitic medicine, used for the prevention and treatment of malaria. It works by killing the malaria-causing parasites and stops the infection from spreading.Malirid 45 Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it with food to decrease the risk of stomach upset. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early can result in treatment failure and increase the side effects too. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.Take measures to reduce the chance of being bitten by mosquitoes like using insect repellent creams on parts of your body, not covered by clothing. Spray mosquito repellent to kill any mosquitoes that may have entered rooms despite screening. Wear light-colored and covered clothing when you are outside after sunset.Some people may have a rash, headache, vomiting, and dizziness, as side effects of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes as it can lower the sugar levels in the blood. If you are diabetic, you should monitor your blood sugar regularly. It may cause a blurring of vision. Therefore, regular eye examinations are recommended while on treatment with this medicine.When used long-term, your doctor may monitor the amounts of the different types of blood cells in your blood regularly. Inform your doctor if you have unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, fever, or a general feeling of tiredness.

How To Use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Malirid 45 Tablet is to be taken with food.

Safety Advise

- Alcohol : UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Malirid 45 Tablet. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Malirid 45 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Malirid 45 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE

Malirid 45 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Malirid 45 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Malirid 45 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Packaging Detail

strip of 1 Tablet

Package

Strip

Qty

1

Product Form

Tablet

Prescription Required

Prescription Required

Fact Box

Chemical Class :: 8-Aminoquinoline derivative|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: ANTI MALARIALS|Action Class :: Antimalarial- Aminoquinolines

Primary Use

Malaria

Storage

Store below 30°C

Use Of

Malaria

Common Side Effect

Rash | Vomiting | Headache | Dizziness | Hives | Stomach pain | Nausea | Abdominal pain | Itching | Heartburn | Gastrointestinal discomfort | Upper abdominal pain

Alcoholinteraction

UNSAFE

Pregnancyinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lactationinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Drivinginteraction

UNSAFE

Kidneyinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Liverinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Manufacturer Address

142 AB, Kandivli Industrial Estate, Kandivli (West), Mumbai - 400 067, Maharashtra

Q A

Q. Who should not use Malirid 45 Tablet?::: Use of Malirid 45 Tablet should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Malirid 45 Tablet or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Malirid 45 Tablet for the first time, consult your doctor. | Q. What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Malirid 45 Tablet?::: Before starting treatment with Malirid 45 Tablet, inform your doctor if you have any other health problems (related to kidney or heart). This is because certain medical conditions may affect your treatment and you may even need dose modifications. Also, let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.| Q. Is Malirid 45 Tablet safe?::: Malirid 45 Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.| Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Malirid 45 Tablet?::: If you forget a dose of Malirid 45 Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.| Q. Can I stop taking Malirid 45 Tablet when I feel better?::: No, do not stop taking Malirid 45 Tablet without consulting your doctor even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.

How It Works

Malirid 45 Tablet is an antiparasitic medication that treats malaria. 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.

Marketer Details

Ipca Laboratories Ltd | 142 AB, Kandivli Industrial Estate, Kandivli (West), Mumbai - 400 067, Maharashtra

Reference

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