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Benefits
In Malaria Malaria is an illness that is spread by a parasite that enters the human body by the bite of infected mosquitoes. Kemar 20mg/500mg Tablet is used to treat malaria. However, this medicine should not be used to prevent malaria and should be taken only when prescribed by a doctor. Follow your doctor?s instructions carefully to get the most benefit. This medicine makes you feel better within a few days of treatment. But, if you have a fever, chills, muscle pain, or headache soon after you finish your treatment, this could be a sign that you still are infected with malaria. Consult your doctor immediately if you notice any such symptoms. Refrain from taking any other medicines or antacids along with this medicine (unless advised by the doctor) as they may affect the absorption of this medicine. Do not use this medicine for treating any other condition without consulting your doctor.
Side Effects
The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.
How to use
Follow your doctor's guidance regarding the dose and duration of this medication. Ingest it without breaking or crushing. Do not chew, crush or break it. Kemar 20mg/500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Kemar 20mg/500mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Pyrimethamine and Sulfamethoxazole which treat malaria. Pyrimethamine is an antiparasitic medicine which 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. Sulfamethoxazole is an antibiotic which stops the bacteria from producing folic acid, a nutrient required for bacterial multiplication.
Caution: It is important to consult your doctor regarding alcohol consumption while taking Kemar 20mg/500mg Tablet .
Seek medical advice from your doctor: Kemar 20mg/500mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Doctor consultation is advised.
Safe when prescribed by an expert: Kemar 20mg/500mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. There may be a possibility of skin rash in the baby
Seek medical advice from your doctor: It is not known whether Kemar 20mg/500mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Caution Advised: Kemar 20mg/500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Kemar 20mg/500mg Tablet may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised.
Caution Advised: Kemar 20mg/500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Kemar 20mg/500mg Tablet may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised.
What if I forget to take it?
If a dose of Kemar 20mg/500mg Tablet is missed, take it promptly. However, if your next dose is approaching, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Avoid doubling the dose.
Manufacturer Address
8-3-677/52/2,SRIKRISHNA DEVARAYANAGAR, YELLAREDDYGUDA HYDERABAD TG 500073 INDIA
References
Pyrimethamine. Research Triangle Park, North Carolina: DSM Pharmaceuticals; 2003 (10 Apr. 2019)
Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-98 (10 Apr. 2019)
ScienceDirect. Sulfamethoxazole (10 Apr. 2019)
PubChem. Sulfamethoxazole (10 Apr. 2019)
Disclaimer
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