primaquine
Drug Identity
Schedule
Prescription Only
Pregnancy Category
UnknownEssential Medicine
Yes
Formulations
Available dosage forms and strengths.
| Form | Strength | Pack Size |
|---|---|---|
| tablet | 15mg | — |
Indications
Conditions treated with primaquine, with dosing and administration details.
Pneumocystis Jiroveci Pneumonia (Pcp)
Chapter 8: HIV Related Disease
Indication
Pneumocystis Jiroveci Pneumonia (Pcp)
Adult Dose
30mg
Route
oral
Frequency
once a day
Duration
5 days
Notes
Level: C, VEN: V
Elimination Areas
Chapter 13: Malaria
Indication
Elimination Areas
Adult Dose
1 mg
Acute Respiratory Infections In Adults
Chapter 14: Respiratory Conditions
Indication
Acute Respiratory Infections In Adults
Adult Dose
15mg
Route
oral
Frequency
once a day
Duration
5 days
Notes
Level: C, VEN: V