Malafar 500mg/25mg Suspension

Malafar 500mg/25mg Suspension, made by Mediceena, is a combination antimalarial medicine. Its active ingredient is Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine 500mg/25mg, and it is used for malaria, including use in combination therapy and intermittent preventive treatment. Pack size: 15ml suspension.

Uses of Malafar 500mg/25mg Suspension

Malafar 500mg/25mg Suspension 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 Suspension 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 Suspension 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 the dry powder below 30°C in a dry place. Once mixed with water, follow the storage and discard instructions printed on the pack, and shake well before each use. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.

Buy Malafar 500mg/25mg Suspension online in Pakistan

Order Malafar 500mg/25mg Suspension 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.