Primaquine Phosphate
Primaquine Phosphate 26.3 (15 Base)MG
What is Primaquine Phosphate?
Primaquine phosphate is an antimalarial agent used primarily for the radical cure (prevention of relapse) of Plasmodium vivax and P. ovale infections. As an 8-aminoquinoline derivative, it acts by interfering with the parasite's DNA synthesis, effectively eliminating the exoerythrocytic (liver stage) forms of the parasite. It is crucial for patients to undergo G6PD deficiency screening before initiation due to the risk of hemolytic anemia in affected individuals.Side Effects
- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
- Dark urine
- Fainting, dizziness, lightheadedness
Warnings
- This medicine may cause birth defects if either partner is using it during conception or pregnancy. Tell your doctor right away if you or your partner becomes pregnant. Women should use an effective form of birth control to keep from getting pregnant during and after treatment with this medicine. Male patients who have female partners should use effective birth control during treatment with this medicine and for at least 3 months after the last dose. If you think you have become pregnant while using this medicine, tell your doctor right away.
- Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, or if you have heart disease, G6PD deficiency, or a history of heart rhythm problems or blood disorders (including anemia, favism, or NADH reductase deficiency).
- This medicine may cause changes in heart rhythm, including QT prolongation.
- This medicine may make you bleed, bruise, or get infections more easily. Take precautions to prevent illness and injury. Wash your hands often.
- Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
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- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
- Dark urine
- Fainting, dizziness, lightheadedness
- Trouble breathing, tiredness, uneven heartbeat, yellow skin or eyes
- This medicine may cause birth defects if either partner is using it during conception or pregnancy. Tell your doctor right away if you or your partner becomes pregnant. Women should use an effective form of birth control to keep from getting pregnant during and after treatment with this medicine. Male patients who have female partners should use effective birth control during treatment with this medicine and for at least 3 months after the last dose. If you think you have become pregnant while using this medicine, tell your doctor right away.
- Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, or if you have heart disease, G6PD deficiency, or a history of heart rhythm problems or blood disorders (including anemia, favism, or NADH reductase deficiency).
- This medicine may cause changes in heart rhythm, including QT prolongation.
- This medicine may make you bleed, bruise, or get infections more easily. Take precautions to prevent illness and injury. Wash your hands often.
- Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
- Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
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Primaquine Phosphate 26.3 (15 Base)MG
What is Primaquine Phosphate ?
Primaquine phosphate is an antimalarial agent used primarily for the radical cure (prevention of relapse) of Plasmodium vivax and P. ovale infections. As an 8-aminoquinoline derivative, it acts by interfering with the parasite's DNA synthesis, effectively eliminating the exoerythrocytic (liver stage) forms of the parasite. It is crucial for patients to undergo G6PD deficiency screening before initiation due to the risk of hemolytic anemia in affected individuals.
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