Malafar 500mg/25mg Tablet

Malafar 500mg/25mg Tablet is a tablet made by Mediceena that contains Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine 500mg/25mg, a combination antimalarial medicine. It is used for malaria, including use in combination therapy and intermittent preventive treatment. Pack size: 1×20 tablets.

Uses of Malafar 500mg/25mg Tablet

Malafar 500mg/25mg Tablet is used, usually together with another antimalarial such as artesunate, to treat uncomplicated falciparum malaria, and in some programmes for preventive treatment of malaria in pregnancy.

How Malafar 500mg/25mg Tablet works

The two ingredients block two steps in the malaria parasite’s production of folate, which it needs to multiply.

Possible side effects

Common side effects of Malafar 500mg/25mg Tablet include:

• Nausea or vomiting
• Loss of appetite
• Headache
• Skin rash

Stop taking it and seek urgent help if a rash, blistering, peeling skin or mouth sores appear, as serious skin reactions can occur.

Precautions and warnings

• Do not take it if you are allergic to sulfa medicines.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease, G6PD deficiency or a blood disorder.
• Do not take co-trimoxazole at the same time.
• Use in pregnancy only as directed by your doctor.

Storage

Store below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep it in the original pack until use. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.

Buy Malafar 500mg/25mg Tablet online in Pakistan

Order Malafar 500mg/25mg Tablet from Medimart and get genuine medicines delivered to your door in 2 to 3 working days, with cash on delivery available across Pakistan. This is a prescription medicine, so please use it only as advised by your doctor.

Disclaimer: This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. Always follow the dose prescribed for you and read the leaflet inside the pack.