Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
Composition
Fixed combination of two folate synthesis inhibitors.
Indications
Intermittent preventive treatment, malaria therapy.
Side effects
Rash, GI upset, rare severe skin reactions.
Precautions
Monitor for sulfa allergy.
Contraindications
Sulfa allergy, folate deficiency anemia.
Dosage and administration
Single-dose oral treatment.
Countries
Exported globally, likely LATAM.
Available Forms
Tablets.