Primelife Forte Tablets

By LEO PHARMA

14 Tablet(s) in Strip

MRP ₹67.40

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Primelife Forte 15 MG Description

Primelife Forte Tablet is an antimalarial medicine containing Primaquine as its active ingredient. It is used to treat and prevent malaria. Primelife Forte works by killing the parasite that causes m

alaria, thus stopping the infection from being spread. This medicine should be used under medical prescription and for the duration it is prescribed. Primelife Forte Tablets should be taken after food. Tell your doctor, if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from, before starting treatment with Primelife Forte Tablet.

Product Summary

Offer Price	₹59.31
You Save	₹8.09 (12% on MRP)
Contains	Primaquine(15.0 Mg)
Uses	Malaria
Side effect	Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain
Therapy	ANTI-MALARIAL

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Uses

Contraindications

Side effects

Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Primelife Forte 15 MG

Primelife Forte Tablet is used in treating & preventing the relapse of malaria.

Contraindications of Primelife Forte 15 MG

If you are allergic to primaquine or any other ingredients of Primelife Forte Tablet.
If you are taking the medicine quinacrine, which can be used in malaria & also as an antibiotic.
If you have severe glucose-6 phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency.
If you are taking medicines like dapsone, levodopa.
If you have rheumatoid arthritis or lupus.
If you are pregnant.

Side effects of Primelife Forte 15 MG

Dizziness
Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach pain
Skin rash
Irregular heartbeats
Abnormal heart rhythm
Blood disorder

Precautions and Warnings of Primelife Forte 15 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take Primelife Forte Tablet during pregnancy?

Primelife Forte Tablet should be avoided during pregnancy as it may cause harmful effects in an unborn baby.
You should avoid pregnancy during treatment of this medicine.
You should consult your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a child while taking this medicine.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Primelife Forte Tablet while breastfeeding?

It is unknown if Primaquine passes into human milk, hence you should not breastfeed while taking Primelife Forte Tablet.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Primelife Forte Tablet?

Primelife Forte Tablet may make you dizzy or may impair your concentration, you should avoid driving if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Primelife Forte Tablet?

There is limited information about the effects of Primelife Forte Tablet on alcohol, but you should avoid taking alcohol in excessive amounts.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have anemia or a family history of anemia.
You have a blood enzyme deficiency (glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency) or NADH methemoglobin reductase.
You are pregnant or are planning a pregnancy.
You have blood-related diseases.
You have heart problems.
It may cause a condition that affects your heart rhythm.

Mode of Action of Primelife Forte 15 MG

How Does It Work?

Malarial parasites enter the body and lives in the blood and body tissues.
Primelife Forte Tablet is used after other medicine is used to kill the malarial parasites living in the blood.
Primaquine then kills the parasites that are present in the other body tissues, thus preventing relapse of this infection.

Directions for Use of Primelife Forte 15 MG

Primelife Forte Tablets should be taken as directed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Do not cut, break or chew the medicine. It should be taken after your meal to avoid stomach ...

Interactions of Primelife Forte 15 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Primelife Forte Tablets may interact with other medicines, discuss with your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbal preparations you are taking. Also, you should inform your doctor if y...
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Be cautious if you are taking medicines known to cause fast heart rate and to treat irregular heartbeats like quinidine, sotalol, amitriptyline, imipramine, clozapine.

Storage and disposal of Primelife Forte 15 MG

Store Primelife Forte Tablets below 30°C in a clean and dry place, protected from moisture, sunlight and heat.
Keep it away from children and pets.

Dosage of Primelife Forte 15 MG

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose are nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, jaundice, burning discomfort below the ribs, blue, grey colour of the skin, blood disorders, abnormal heart rate, anemia.
If you experience any of the symptoms or if you think you have taken too much of Primelife Forte Tablets, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

You should never miss your dose of Primelife Forte Tablets, it may lead to treatment failure.
If you missed any dose of medicine take it as soon as you remember.
If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule.
Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Mansi Savla

B. Pharm, PharmD

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: How can I avoid malaria?

You must wear long-sleeved clothing and long trousers if you are outside after sunset to protect you from mosquito bites.
You must use an insect repellent cream.
You must use a mosquito net around the bed while sleeping to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes.

Q: Can Primelife Forte Tablets be taken on an empty stomach?

A: No, your doctor will recommend you take Primelife Forte Tablet after having food, so as to avoid any stomach discomfort.

Q: Is it safe to take Primelife Forte Tablets if I am pregnant?

A: You should avoid taking Primelife Forte Tablets as it may cause harm to the unborn baby. It is essential to always consult your doctor before starting any medicine during pregnancy.

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PRIMELIFE

Expires on or After

12/02/2025

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