PRIMAQUINE 15MG TAB

Overview

PRIMAQUINE 15MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

PRIMAQUINE 15MG TAB is composed of: PRIMAQUINE (15.0 MG)

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

Precautions for PRIMAQUINE 15MG TAB and its Constituents


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

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

Once Daily43%
2 Times Daily29%
Morning7%
Before Sleeping7%
Evening7%

How long was it prescribed?

14 Days54%
7 Days15%
13 Days15%
10 Days8%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

18 to 35yrs29%
35 to 50yrs50%
50 to 60yrs21%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females43%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Physician100%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

FOLVITE 5MG TAB29%
PANTOCID 40MG TAB29%
DOXY 100MG TAB29%
FALCIGO KIT21%
DOLO TAB 650MG21%
RABICIP 20MG TAB21%
DOXY 100MG CAP21%
LARIAGO-DS FC-TAB21%
Q COMEGA L CAP21%
TETRAFOL PLUS TAB14%
BIO D3 MAX CAP14%
CARIPILL TAB14%
ZINCOVIT SYP14%
FALCIGO 120MG INJ14%
CALPOL 650MG TAB14%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

PLATELET COUNT (HEMATOLOGY)157%
CBC (HEMATOLOGY)150%
PCV TEST (HEMATOLOGY)114%
IMMUNOGLOBULIN ESTIMATION (MICROBIOLOGY)79%
LFT (SCREENING)79%
PT/INR (HEMATOLOGY)64%
RFT (BIOCHEMISTRY)57%
URINE ROUTINE (BIOCHEMISTRY)50%
C-REACTIVE PROTEIN (HEMATOLOGY)36%
TLC (HEMATOLOGY)29%
SERUM SODIUM (SEROLOGY)29%
SERUM POTASSIUM (SEROLOGY)29%
SERUM GLOBULIN (SEROLOGY)21%
HB (HEMATOLOGY)21%
BILIRUBIN TOTAL (BIOCHEMISTRY)21%
LDH (BIOCHEMISTRY)21%
SERUM PROCALCITONIN (SEROLOGY)21%
SERUM BILIRUBIN (SEROLOGY)14%
CBC WITH ESR (BIOCHEMISTRY)14%
RBC COUNT (HEMATOLOGY)14%
SERUM MAGNESIUM (SEROLOGY)14%
RETICULOCYTE COUNT (HEMATOLOGY)14%
SGOT TEST (BIOCHEMISTRY)14%

Most common Home Remedies advised along-side?

Diabetic diet (Diet)14%
Good Nutrition (Diet)14%

Available Alternatives for PRIMAQUINE 15MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

MALIRID-DS FC-TABINR 31.46 for 7 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 15 MG
PMQ INGA 15MG TABINR 58.3 for 14 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 15.0 MG
PRIB DS 15MG TABINR 54.56 for 10 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 15.0 MG
PRIMACIP 15MG TABINR 7.5 for 10 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 15.0 MG
PRIMALINE 15MG TABINR 35 for 10 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 15.0 MG
PRIMAQUINE 15MG TABINR 8.34 for 10 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 15.0 MG
PRIMARID 15MG TABINR 30 for 7 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 15.0 MG
PRIMEC 15MG TABINR 49.5 for 10 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 15.0 MG
PRIMELIFE FORTE 15MG TABINR 62 for 14 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 15.0 MG
QUINAPRIM 15MG TABINR 58 for 14 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 15.0 MG
R C VAX 15MG TABINR 60 for 14 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 15.0 MG
VEXAPRIM 15MG TABINR 45.41 for 14 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 15.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

CP TABINR 25.03 for 10 TABLETSCHLOROQUINE 100.0 MG, PRIMAQUINE
LAVCLOR TABINR 70.96 for 16 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE , CHLOROQUINE
LEOPRIME 7.5MG TABINR 38.1 for 14 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG
LEOPRIME FORTE 7.5MG TABINR 65.65 for 14 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG
LEOPRIME KID 7.5MG TABINR 22 for 14 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG
MALIRID 2.5MG TAB DTINR 14.47 for 7 TABLET DTPRIMAQUINE 2.5 MG
MALIRID TABINR 14.47 for 7 TABLET DTPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG
PIMAQUIN 7.5MG TABINR 16.5 for 10 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG
PMQ INGA 2.5MG TABINR 11.7 for 10 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 2.5 MG
PMQ INGA 7.5MG TABINR 22.16 for 10 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG
PRIB 2.5MG TABINR 19.25 for 10 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 2.5 MG
PRIB 7.5MG TABINR 21.25 for 10 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG
PRIMACARE 7.5MG TABINR 22.05 for 10 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG
PRIMACIP 7.5MG TABINR 30 for 10 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG
PRIMAQUIN TABINR 36.4 for 10 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG
PRIMAQUINEPRIMAQUINE
PRIMARID 2.5MG TABINR 11.38 for 7 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 2.5 MG
PRIMARID 7.5MG TABINR 15.47 for 7 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG
PRIMELIFE 7.5MG TABINR 28 for 14 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG
PRIMELIFE KID 2.5MG TABINR 29.81 for 14 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 2.5 MG
QUINAPRIM 2.5MG TABINR 12.46 for 14 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 2.5 MG
QUINAPRIM 7.5MG TABINR 29.96 for 14 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG
R C VAX 7.5MG TABINR 29.1 for 14 TABLETSPRIMAQUINE 7.5 MG