Pyrimethamine is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pyrimethamine is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Pyrimethamine safe for pregnant women?
Pyrimethamine can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Pyrimethamine right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Pyrimethamine safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Pyrimethamine for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Pyrimethamine on the Kidneys?
Pyrimethamine rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Pyrimethamine on the Liver?
Pyrimethamine may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Pyrimethamine on the Heart?
Pyrimethamine is completely safe for the heart.
Pyrimethamine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pyrimethamine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pyrimethamine habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Pyrimethamine is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Pyrimethamine does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Pyrimethamine is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Pyrimethamine for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pyrimethamine
Taking Pyrimethamine with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pyrimethamine
Taking Pyrimethamine with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Daraprim® (pyrimethamine)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 826-827