Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan

Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine is a combination antimalarial medicine. It is a prescription medicine used for malaria, including use in combination therapy and intermittent preventive treatment. In Pakistan it is available as tablets, suspension and syrup, made by 19 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.

How Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine works

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

What is Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine used for?

• Malaria
• Including use in combination therapy
• Intermittent preventive treatment

Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine 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.

Side effects of Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine

Common side effects of Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine 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.

Frequently asked questions about Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine

What is the price of Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine in Pakistan?

At Medimart, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine products currently in stock range from Rs 19 to Rs 2,600 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Malidar 500mg/25mg Tablet at Rs 19. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.

Which brands of Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine are available in Pakistan?

Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Malarina (Lisko), Malarest (Pharmedic Ltd.), Malavis (Global-vision), Geridar (Macquins International), Malafar (Mediceena), Malidar (PDH), Sulfadar (Polyfine) and Irene (Zephyr Pharmatec), along with 11 more brands listed below.

Do I need a prescription for Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine?

Yes. Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.

Can Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine be used during pregnancy?

Use in pregnancy only as directed by your doctor.

Are all Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine brands the same?

Brands that contain the same amount of Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.

Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine brands and prices in Pakistan

Medimart lists 30+ products containing Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.

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