Malasulf Suspension
About Malasulf Suspension
Malasulf Suspension is used in a combination with other medicines, to treat major parasite infections that effect the brain, eyes or other parts of the body. It is also used to prevent the onset of parasite infection in patients who are suffering from HIV. The drug is known as an antiparasitic and essentially kills parasites.
The drug should be taken exactly as advised by your health care provider. Meant for oral consumption, doctors generally prescribe Malasulf Suspension once or 2 times daily. In order to prevent the occurrence of kidney issues, patients taking this Malasulf Suspension should drink a lot of fluids.
Your doctor will determine the dosage of Malasulf Suspension depending on the extensity of your infection, current health, age and response of the body to the drug,
Common side effects of Malasulf Suspension are nausea, vomiting and appetite loss. Certain serious side effects that may occur are blood problems, bruising, chills, fever, irregular heart beat and breathing issues. In case you experience any of the more major side effects, seek immediate medical help.
One rarely develops an allergic reaction to Malasulf Suspension. But if this does occur, you may develop hives, skin rashes or suffer from dizziness and breathing problems. Get in touch with your doctor for treatment.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a HIV Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the uses of Malasulf Suspension
Bacterial Infections
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a HIV Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the side effects of Malasulf Suspension ?
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a HIV Specialist before using this medicine.
Key highlights of Malasulf Suspension
Is It safe with alcohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Laridox tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
Patients may experience dizziness, or convulsions , and they should avoid driving or operating machinery.
Does this affect kidney function?
Caution should be advised in patients with renal impairment.
Does this affect liver function?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a HIV Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the substitutes for Malasulf Suspension ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Malasulf Suspension , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Reziz 12.5 Mg/250 Mg Suspension
Shreya Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a HIV Specialist before using this medicine.
How does this medication work?
This medication falls under the category of an antimalarial drug belonging to class is a Dihydrofolate Reductase Inhibitor. It causes inhibition of DHFR (dihydrofolate reductase) enzyme. It obstructs the biosynthesis of pyrimidines and purines which are vital for the synthesis and expansion of DNA cells.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a HIV Specialist before using this medicine.
References
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PYRIMETHAMINE tablet,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 7 June 2022].Available from:
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