Tafenoquine
Composition
Tafenoquine, an 8-aminoquinoline antimalarial.
Indications
Radical cure of P. vivax malaria, prophylaxis.
Side effects
Hemolysis in G6PD deficiency , GI upset.
Precautions
Screen for G6PD deficiency before use.
Contraindications
G6PD deficiency, pregnancy.
Dosage and administration
Single oral dose (P. vivax), weekly for prophylaxis.
Countries
Available Forms
Tablets.