Primacip 15 Mg Tablet Information

Primacip 15 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Malaria. The alternative uses of Primacip 15 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Primacip 15 Mg Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Primacip 15 Mg Tablet include Abdominal Pain. While these are the most often observed Primacip 15 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Primacip 15 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Primacip 15 Mg Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Primacip 15 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Primacip 15 Mg Tablet contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Primacip 15 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Primacip 15 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Primacip Benefits & Uses
Primacip Dosage & How to Take
Primacip Side Effects
Primacip Related Warnings
Primacip Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Primacip
Primacip Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Primacip 15 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Primacip 15 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Primacip 15 Mg Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Primacip 15 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Primacip 15 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Primacip can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Primacip right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Primacip 15 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Primacip. If you see any side effects, stop taking Primacip immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Primacip again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Primacip 15 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Using Primacip does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Primacip 15 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

Primacip is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Primacip 15 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Primacip on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Primacip 15 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Primacip 15 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Rheumatoid Arthritis

Frequently asked Questions about Primacip 15 Mg Tablet

Is this Primacip 15 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Primacip 15 Mg Tablet is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Primacip 15 Mg Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Primacip 15 Mg Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Primacip 15 Mg Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Primacip 15 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Primacip 15 Mg Tablet

Taking Primacip 15 Mg Tablet with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Primacip 15 Mg Tablet

Consuming Primacip 15 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Primaquine phosphate

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 828

Primacip 15 Mg Tablet