Krintafel
Krintafel 150MG
What is Krintafel?
Krintafel (tafenoquine) is an antimalarial medication approved for the radical cure (prevention of relapse) of Plasmodium vivax malaria in patients aged 16 years and older who are receiving appropriate antimalarial therapy for acute P. vivax infection. It is an 8-aminoquinoline derivative and functions by targeting the hypnozoite forms of the parasite in the liver, thus preventing relapses.Side Effects
- Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness
- Unusual mood or behavior
- Bluish-colored lips, fingernails, or palms, dark urine
Warnings
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, or a history of mental problems.
- It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. If you are a woman who can get pregnant, your doctor may do tests to make sure you are not pregnant before starting treatment. Use an effective form of birth control during treatment with this medicine and for 3 months after the last dose.
- This medicine may cause the following problems:Blood problems (including hemolysis, methemoglobin), which may be life-threateningChanges in mood or behavior
- Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
- If your baby has G6PD deficiency or an unknown G6PD status, do not breastfeed during treatment with this medicine and for 3 months after the last dose.
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What is Krintafel ?
Krintafel (tafenoquine) is an antimalarial medication approved for the radical cure (prevention of relapse) of Plasmodium vivax malaria in patients aged 16 years and older who are receiving appropriate antimalarial therapy for acute P. vivax infection. It is an 8-aminoquinoline derivative and functions by targeting the hypnozoite forms of the parasite in the liver, thus preventing relapses.- Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness
- Unusual mood or behavior
- Bluish-colored lips, fingernails, or palms, dark urine
- Trouble breathing, uneven heartbeat, yellow skin or eyes
- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, or a history of mental problems.
- It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. If you are a woman who can get pregnant, your doctor may do tests to make sure you are not pregnant before starting treatment. Use an effective form of birth control during treatment with this medicine and for 3 months after the last dose.
- This medicine may cause the following problems:Blood problems (including hemolysis, methemoglobin), which may be life-threateningChanges in mood or behavior
- Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
- If your baby has G6PD deficiency or an unknown G6PD status, do not breastfeed during treatment with this medicine and for 3 months after the last dose.
- Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
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Krintafel 150MG
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