Tafenoquine

Generic Name: tafenoquine

Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Brand Names:

Kodatef

Malaria prophylaxis, consistent with the approved use of ARAKODA

Overview

Malaria prophylaxis, consistent with the approved use of ARAKODA

Uses

Malaria prophylaxis, consistent with the approved use of ARAKODA

Dosage

Loading Dose: 200 mg (two of the 100 mg filmcoated tablets) once daily for three days. Maintenance Dose: 200 mg (two of the 100 mg filmcoated tablets) once weekly – start seven days after the last loading dose.

Warnings

Hemolytic Anemia G6PD Deficiency in Pregnancy and Lactation Methemoglobinemia Psychiatric Effects Hypersensitivity Reactions Delayed Adverse Reactions, Including Hemolytic Anemia, Methemoglobinemia, Psychiatric Effects, and Hypersensitivity Reactions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tafenoquine used for?

Malaria prophylaxis, consistent with the approved use of ARAKODA

What are the important warnings for Tafenoquine?

Hemolytic Anemia G6PD Deficiency in Pregnancy and Lactation Methemoglobinemia Psychiatric Effects Hypersensitivity Reactions Delayed Adverse Reactions, Including Hemolytic Anemia, Methemoglobinemia, Psychiatric Effects, and Hypersensitivity Reactions

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Medical Disclaimer

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