Primaline Information

Primaline is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Malaria. Secondary and off-label uses of Primaline have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Primaline depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Primaline also has some side effects, the most common being Abdominal Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Primaline as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Primaline are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Primaline is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Primaline's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Primaline have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Primaline may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Primaline is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Primaline Benefits & Uses
Primaline Dosage & How to Take
Primaline Side Effects
Primaline Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Primaline with Other Drugs
Primaline Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Primaline
Primaline Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Primaline Benefits & Uses

Primaline is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Primaline Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Primaline Related Warnings

Is the use of Primaline safe for pregnant women?

Primaline can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Primaline, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Primaline safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Primaline. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Primaline on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Primaline on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Primaline on the Liver?

Primaline is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Primaline on the Heart?

Primaline may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Primaline with Other Drugs

Primaline should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Primaline Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Primaline unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Rheumatoid Arthritis

Frequently asked Questions about Primaline

Is this Primaline habit forming or addictive?

Primaline does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Primaline. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Primaline is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Primaline for mental disorders.

No

Primaline Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Primaline

It is safe to take Primaline with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Primaline

Taking alcohol with Primaline can be dangerous.

Severe