Pyrimethamine: how to take it safely
Daraprim
Reviewed by Pharm. Abeeb Junior
What it is for
Treats toxoplasmosis, and is sometimes used with other medicines in malaria.
How to take it
- Prescription medicine: take it exactly as your doctor or pharmacist told you.
- Swallow with water, with food.
- Take folinic acid or folic acid if your doctor told you to.
When to take it
Take it once a day, or as prescribed.
Take it with
With food.
What to avoid
- Missing your blood tests.
- Pregnancy, especially the first 3 months, unless your doctor says so.
- Tell your doctor if you have anaemia or take folic acid.
Possible side effects
Nausea, loss of appetite, mouth sores.
Get help if
Sore throat, fever, unusual bruising or bleeding, pale skin or rash: see a doctor.
This is general information, not personal medical advice. Always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions and read the leaflet that comes with your medicine. Medicines and doses can differ between products and people.