Primaquine 7.5 Tablet Substitute

Substitutes of Primaquine 7.5 Tablet meet the same safety and efficacy standards as Primaquine 7.5 Tablet , but small differences in absorption or formulation can exist. A doctor can help you choose the right one for your needs.

Yes. Substitutes of Primaquine 7.5 Tablet may vary in color, size, or shape due to differences in manufacturing and branding, but this does not affect how they work.

Yes, it’s generally safe to switch between multiple substitutes of Primaquine 7.5 Tablet if they have the same salt and strength. However, always inform your doctor so they can monitor how your body responds.

Yes, many people safely use substitutes of Primaquine 7.5 Tablet for long-term treatment. Just ensure it’s done under medical supervision.

If your symptoms stay under control or lab results remain stable, the substitute for Primaquine 7.5 Tablet is likely working well. Regular follow-ups with your doctor are important.

Absolutely. Even with the same salt, small differences can affect how your body responds when switching from Primaquine 7.5 Tablet to its substitute. Always consult your doctor before switching.

Primaquine 7.5 Tablet is used for the treatment of malaria.

No, as there may be a risk of hemolysis in patients with G6PD deficiency. Doctors consultation is mandatory.

Primaquine 7.5 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 Primaquine 7.5 Tablet used for the prevention of relapse of malaria caused by plasmodium vivax and Plasmodium ovale strains of the parasite.

Common side effects of Primaquine 7.5 Tablet include rash, vomiting, headache, dizziness, hives, stomach pain, nausea, abdominal pain, itching, heartburn, gastrointestinal discomfort, upper abdominal pain.

No, do not stop taking Primaquine 7.5 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, Primaquine 7.5 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.

Primaquine 7.5 Tablet is contraindicated in patients taking medications that may cause haemolysis or depress the myeloid elements of the bone marrow. It should not be taken by pregnant women and acutely ill patients with conditions like granulocytopenia (rheumatoid arthritis or lupus), or those who have recently taken quinacrine, as it may increase the risk of toxicity.

You should tell your doctor if you are taking cephalosporins such as cefaclor, cephalexin, cefuroxime, penicillin, cefdinir, or cefpodoxime, levodopa, medications to treat cancer, methyldopa or quinidine, or if you are taking or planning to take vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products. Let the doctor know if you have or have ever had haemolytic anaemia (a condition with an abnormally low number of RBC), rheumatoid arthritis, lupus erythematosus (a disease that occurs when the body's tissues are attacked by antibodies from its immune system), methemoglobinemia (a condition with defective red blood cells that are unable to carry oxygen to the tissues in the body), nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NADH) deficiency (a genetic condition), glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency (a genetic condition) and if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Yes, Primaquine 7.5 Tablet is safe if it is taken in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor. Therefore, take Primaquine 7.5 Tablet exactly prescribed by the doctor based on your medical condition.

If you have missed the dose, take it as soon as you remember and if it's already time for the next dose, skip the missed one and take the scheduled dose. Do not double the dose.

Swallow Primaquine 7.5 Tablet as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it. Primaquine 7.5 Tablet should be taken with food to decrease the risk of stomach upset.

Primaquine 7.5 Tablet should be taken exactly as prescribed by the doctor, preferably with a meal to minimize stomach discomfort. For best results, take it at the same time every day.

No, Primaquine 7.5 Tablet is not an antibiotic. It belongs to the group of medications called antimalarials used to treat and prevent malaria caused by the Plasmodium parasite. It is also used to prevent relapse of malaria caused by Plasmodium vivax and Plasmodium ovale.

Primaquine 7.5 Tablet may impair kidney function in a few cases. Therefore, consult the doctor before taking Primaquine 7.5 Tablet if you have any kidney problems.

Yes, Primaquine 7.5 Tablet may cause drowsiness as a side effect. Avoid driving and operating machinery if you feel drowsiness and there is no evidence suggesting that Primaquine 7.5 Tablet has any effect on blood pressure.