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Primaline is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Malaria. Secondary and off-label uses of Primaline have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Primaline depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Primaline also has some side effects, the most common being Abdominal Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Primaline as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Primaline 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Primaline is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Primaline's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Primaline have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Primaline may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Primaline is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Primaline is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Primaline safe for pregnant women?
Primaline may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Primaline, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Primaline safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Primaline. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Primaline on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Primaline on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Primaline on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Primaline on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Primaline on the Heart?
Primaline has very mild side effects on the heart.
Primaline should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Primaline unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Primaline habit forming or addictive?
Primaline does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Primaline as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Primaline only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Primaline is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Primaline
You can take Primaline with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Primaline
Consuming Primaline with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
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