Malirid DS Tablet

The medication is used to treat malaria caused by mosquito bites. Being an aminoquinoline, it works by stopping the formation of the blood forms of the parasite that may cause a relapse of malaria.

The tablet is often used after other medicines have already killed the parasites off in the red blood cells. Avoid consuming the medicine if you have granulocytopenia, lupus, or rheumatoid arthritis. Alert your doctor if you suffer from low magnesium and potassium levels in your body.

Some of the possible side effects that may occur include nausea, stomach cramps, vomiting and an upset stomach. If you have signs of red blood cell loss such as brown urine, pale skin, consult a doctor right away.

• Malaria

• Allergy

• Rheumatoid Arthritis

• Abdominal Pain

• Epigastric Pain

• Gastrointestinal Discomfort

• Vomiting

• Nausea

• Heartburn

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine should be avoided by pregnant women unless suggested by the doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Malirid DS Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Primacip 15Mg Tablet

  Cipla Ltd

• Vexaprim 15Mg Tablet

  Shreya Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

• Primaline 15Mg Tablet

  Unicure India Pvt Ltd

• Quinaprim 15Mg Tablet

  PCI Pharmaceuticals

• Pmq Inga 15Mg Tablet

  Inga Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• Primarid 15Mg Tablet

  Themis Medicare Ltd

• Primec 15Mg Tablet

  McW Healthcare

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Take the missed dose as soon as possible.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Consult a doctor in case of overdose.

The medication belongs to the class of antimalarials. It interferes with the part of the parasite which is accountable for supplying energy to it.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

  Medicine

  The medicine should not be used in combination with clozapine, escitalopram, sodium nitrite, prilocaine, etanercept and quinacrine.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  Those who suffer from hemolytic anemia/G6PD deficiency, methemoglobinemia/NADH methemoglobin reductase deficiency and granulocytopenia should avoid this medicine.

• Ques : What is Malirid ds tablet?

  Ans : Malirid Tablet is a medication which works by killing the infection causing malarial parasite.

• Ques : What are the uses of Malirid ds tablet?

  Ans : Malirid DS Tablet is used for the treatment of malaria caused by plasmodium vivax and plasmodium ovale strains of the parasite.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Malirid ds tablet?

  Ans : Possible side-effects of this medicine include headache, unusual tiredness and weakness, difficulty in breathing, and yellowing of skin and eyes

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Malirid ds tablet?

  Ans : Malirid DS Tablet should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Malirid DS Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : It takes 1 or 2 days to see an improvement in health conditions.

• Ques : What are the contraindications to Malirid DS Tablet?

  Ans : It should not be used if you have the following conditions such as hypersensitivity, lactation, pregnancy, etc.

• Ques : Is Malirid DS Tablet safe to use when pregnant?

  Ans : This medication is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary.

• Ques : Will Malirid DS Tablet be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose of this tablet can lead to increased chances of side effects.