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Calfin R 25mg/500mg Suspension

Redson Laboratories Pvt Ltd
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Composition FOR Calfin R

Pyrimethamine(25mg),Sulphadoxine(500mg)

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Calfin R 25mg/500mg Suspension is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Calfin R 25mg/500mg Suspension. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Calfin R 25mg/500mg Suspension may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Calfin R 25mg/500mg Suspension is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Calfin R

Pyrimethamine(25mg)

Uses

Pyrimethamine is used in the treatment of malaria.

How it works

Pyrimethamine is an antiparasitic medication which treats malaria. It works by increasing the levels of haeme in the blood, a substance toxic to the malarial parasite. This kills the parasite and stops the infection from spreading.

Common side effects

Abnormal bruising, Abnormal skin pigmentation, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Change in blood test results, Dizziness, Headache, Vomiting, Weakness, Diarrhea, Nausea
Sulphadoxine(500mg)

Uses

Sulphadoxine is used in the treatment of malaria and parasitic infections.

How it works

Sulphadoxine is an antibiotic. It stops the bacteria from producing folic acid, a nutrient required for bacterial multiplication. Sulphadoxine is an antibiotic. It stops the bacteria from producing folic acid, a nutrient required for bacterial multiplication.

Common side effects

Nausea, Vomiting, Skin rash, Allergic reaction

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Expert advice FOR Calfin R

  • Pyrimethamine should be taken with food to prevent a stomach upset. 
  • Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
  • Tips to reduce the chance of being bitten by mosquitoes:
    • Wear light-colored and covered clothing when you are outside after sunset.
    • Use insect repellent creams or sprays on parts of your body not covered by clothing.
    • Spray to kill any mosquitoes that may have entered rooms in spite of screening.
  • Inform your doctor if you have kidney liver or heart disease.

Frequently asked questions FOR Calfin R

Pyrimethamine

Q. Is Pyrimethamine safe?
Pyrimethamine is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Q. Who should not use Pyrimethamine?
Use of Pyrimethamine should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Pyrimethamine or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Pyrimethamine for the first time, consult your doctor.
Q. What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Pyrimethamine?
Before starting treatment with Pyrimethamine, inform your doctor if you have any other health conditions like kidney or heart-related problems. This is because certain medical conditions may affect your treatment and you may even need dose modifications. Also, let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Pyrimethamine?
If you forget a dose of Pyrimethamine, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Q. Can I stop taking Pyrimethamine when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Pyrimethamine without consulting your doctor even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.
Q. How long does it take for malaria symptoms to show?
Symptoms of malaria can develop as quickly as 7 days after you are being bitten by an infected mosquito. Typically, the time between being infected and the appearance of symptoms (incubation period) is 7 to 18 days. However, in some cases it can take up to one year for the symptoms to develop. Initial symptoms of malaria are flu-like which include feeling hot and shivery, muscle pains, vomiting, headaches and diarrhea.
Q. How can you prevent yourself from getting malaria?
Malaria can be avoided by taking the right approach towards prevention. Avoid mosquito bites by covering your arms and legs, using mosquito net and insect repellent. Check with your doctor whether you need to take malaria prevention tablets. If you do, make sure you take the right antimalarial tablets at the right dose, and finish the proper course of treatment. Seek immediate medical advice from the doctor if you have malaria symptoms.

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Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)