Pyrimethamine
Prescription商品名： Pyrimethamine
About This Medication
Oral preparation used for symptom management and health support.
有効成分
| 成分 | 含有量 |
|---|---|
| Pyrimethamine | - |
適応症と用法
用量と投与方法
Side Effects Overview
警告と注意事項
WARNINGS The dosage of pyrimethamine required for the treatment of toxoplasmosis has a narrow therapeutic window . If signs of folate deficiency develop (see ADVERSE REACTIONS ), reduce the dosage or discontinue the drug according to the response of the patient. Folinic acid (leucovorin) should be administered in a dosage of 5 to 15 mg daily (orally, intravenous, or intramuscular) until normal hematopoiesis is restored. Data in 2 humans indicate that pyrimethamine may be carcinogenic; a 51-year-old female who developed chronic granulocytic leukemia after taking pyrimethamine for 2 years for toxoplasmosis 3 and a 56-year-old patient who developed reticulum cell sarcoma after 14 months of pyrimethamine for toxoplasmosis. 4 Pyrimethamine has been reported to produce a significant increase in the number of lung tumors in mice when given intraperitoneally at doses of 25 mg/kg. 5 Pyrimethamine tablets should be kept out of the reach of infants and children as they are extremely susceptible to adverse effects from an overdose. Deaths in pediatric patients have been reported after accidental ingestion.
禁忌
CONTRAINDICATIONS Use of pyrimethamine tablets are contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to pyrimethamine or to any component of the formulation. Use of the drug is also contraindicated in patients with documented megaloblastic anemia due to folate deficiency.
Frequently Asked Questions
INDICATIONS AND USAGE Treatment of Toxoplasmosis : Pyrimethamine tablets are indicated for the treatment of toxoplasmosis when used conjointly with a sulfonamide, since synergism exists with this combination.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION For Treatment of Toxoplasmosis : The dosage of pyrimethamine tablets for the treatment of toxoplasmosis must be carefully adjusted so as to provide maximum therapeutic effect and a minimum of side effects. At the dosage required, there is a marked variation in the tolerance to the drug. Young patients may tolerate higher doses than older individuals. Concurrent administration of folinic acid is strongly recommended in all patients. The adult starting dose is 50 to 75 mg of …
WARNINGS The dosage of pyrimethamine required for the treatment of toxoplasmosis has a narrow therapeutic window . If signs of folate deficiency develop (see ADVERSE REACTIONS ), reduce the dosage or discontinue the drug according to the response of the patient. Folinic acid (leucovorin) should be administered in a dosage of 5 to 15 mg daily (orally, intravenous, or intramuscular) until normal hematopoiesis is restored. Data in 2 humans indicate that pyrimethamine may be carcinogenic; a 51-year-old female who developed …
CONTRAINDICATIONS Use of pyrimethamine tablets are contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to pyrimethamine or to any component of the formulation. Use of the drug is also contraindicated in patients with documented megaloblastic anemia due to folate deficiency.
Pyrimethamine is a prescription medication. You will need a valid prescription from a licensed healthcare provider.
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- • DailyMed — Pyrimethamine drug label (National Library of Medicine)
- • openFDA — Pyrimethamine label data (U.S. Food & Drug Administration)
- • RxNorm — RXCUI 198182 (NLM Normalized Drug Names)
- • NDC Directory — Pyrimethamine (FDA National Drug Code)
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