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Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Malcidal Suspension is an antimalarial medicine used to treat malaria. It contains Pyrimethamine and Sulphadoxine. Pyrimethamine kills the parasite and stops the infection from spreading. Sulphadoxine helps prevent the parasite from producing folinic acid, which is necessary for its multiplication. Common side effects of this medicine are nausea, dizziness, vomiting, headache, diarrhoea, anorexia, body pain, and stomach discomfort.

Composition :

PYRIMETHAMINE-12.5MG + SULPHADOXINE-250MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Lark Laboratories

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Malcidal Suspension

Malcidal Suspension is an antimalarial medicine used to treat malaria. Malaria is a parasitic disease caused by the Plasmodium species. The infection occurs when a mosquito bites and enters the human body. Malcidal Suspension is also used to treat toxoplasmosis (an infection caused by the parasite Toxoplasma gondii).

Malcidal Suspension contains Pyrimethamine and Sulphadoxine as active ingredients. Pyrimethamine kills the parasite and stops the infection from spreading. Sulphadoxine helps prevent the parasite from producing folinic acid, which is necessary for its multiplication.

Malcidal Suspension may cause certain side effects such as nausea, dizziness, vomiting, headache, diarrhoea, anorexia, body pain, and stomach discomfort. If these side effects persist, inform your doctor immediately. Malcidal Suspension should be taken as advised by your doctor.

Malcidal Suspension should be avoided if you are allergic to it or any other artemisinin derivatives. Before taking $ name, inform your doctor if you have/had any conditions such as anaemia, liver/kidney disease, heart problem, or are taking any other medicines, as it may cause serious side effects under these conditions. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Malcidal Suspension.

Uses of Malcidal Suspension

Malcidal Suspension is used in the treatment of Malaria. The detailed uses of Malcidal Suspension are as follows:<br/>• Treatment of malaria: Malcidal Suspension is used to treat malaria infections caused by Plasmodium parasites, especially Plasmodium falciparum.<br/>• Prevention of malaria recurrence: Malcidal Suspension helps stop the reproduction of parasites to reduce the risk of relapse and reinfection.<br/>

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Directions for Use

• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication, to ensure the safety.• Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup or dosing syringe.• Shake the bottle well before each use.

Medicinal Benefits

Malcidal Suspension is a combination medicine containing Pyrimethamine and Sulphadoxine as active ingredients. Pyrimethamine works by increasing the harmful, toxic, and highly reactive free radicals in the blood. This kills the parasite and stops the infection from spreading. Sulphadoxine helps prevent the parasite from producing folinic acid, which is necessary for their multiplication. Malcidal Suspension is used to prevent the relapse of malaria caused by plasmodium species.

How Malcidal Suspension Works

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.
• Keep Malcidal Suspension out of the sight and reach of children.
• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ÂºC to 25ÂºC or below 30ÂºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Malcidal Suspension

Please do not exceed the recommended dose, as it might cause an overdose. Signs and symptoms of an overdose of Malcidal Suspension may include ataxia, tremor, and convulsions. Seek immediate medical attention if you observe these symptoms or think you might have taken too much. Do this even if there are no signs of discomfort or poisoning.

Drug Warnings

Avoid using Malcidal Suspension if you are allergic to it or any other artemisinin derivatives. Inform your doctor if you have/had any conditions such as liver/kidney disease, heart problems, or taking any other medicines before receiving Malcidal Suspension as it may cause serious side effects under these conditions. Malcidal Suspension is recommended for use in children only if prescribed by the paediatrician, and if administered, proper care and dosing should be checked. This medicine is contraindicated in patients with folic acid deficiency. It is advised not to use Malcidal Suspension for more than two years. Avoid driving and operating machines until you are alert.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

It is important to allow the patient to eat regularly in small amounts to tolerate the food.
Try to add protein to your diet for malaria-induced weight loss.
Eating at the right time and getting proper rest is important for the patient to recover.
Avoid eating fried and processed foods, and junk oily and spicy foods can aggravate nausea and disturb the body's digestion process.
Eat nutritious food that helps to improve malaria-induced weakness.
Keep your area and surroundings mosquito-free. Use mosquito-repellent products to avoid the recurrence of infections and any other further complications.

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- MALARIALS

Alcohol

Consult your doctor

The interaction of Malcidal Suspension with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

Caution

If you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, inform your doctor before receiving Malcidal Suspension. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Pyrimethamine is excreted in human milk. Therefore, if you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor before receiving Malcidal Suspension. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

Driving

Unsafe

Malcidal Suspension may decrease alertness or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. So, do not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Malcidal Suspension until you are alert.

Liver

Caution

Malcidal Suspension should be used with caution if you have a pre-existing or a history of liver disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose based on your condition.

Kidney

Caution

Malcidal Suspension should be used with caution if you have a pre-existing or a history of kidney disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose based on your condition.

Children

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor. Your child's doctor will decide the dose of this medicine based on the age and condition of the child.

FAQs

What is the use of Malcidal Suspension?

Malcidal Suspension is used to treat Malaria and Toxoplasmosis.

How does Malcidal Suspension work?

Malcidal Suspension contains Pyrimethamine (which kills the parasite and stops the infection from spreading) and Sulphadoxine (which helps prevent the parasite from producing folinic acid, which is necessary for their multiplication).

Can I stop taking $when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Malcidal Suspension. It is recommended to take this medicine for the entire prescribed duration, even when symptoms improve or resolve. Failure to do so might result in drug resistance, and treating any subsequent infection with the same medicine would be very difficult.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

A-105/2, Okhla Industrial Area, Phase-Ii, New Delhi-110020

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Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jul 18, 2025 | 9:21 AM IST

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