Sulphadoxine
Written By Dr. Swati Mishra
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev SharmaLast updated 25 Nov 2025 | 09:34 AM (UTC)
Sulphadoxine Uses
Sulphadoxine is used in the treatment of malaria and parasitic infections.
How Sulphadoxine works
Sulphadoxine is an antibiotic. It stops the bacteria from producing folic acid, a nutrient required for bacterial multiplication.
Common side effects of Sulphadoxine
Nausea, Vomiting, Skin rash, Allergic reaction
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Expert advice for Sulphadoxine
- Your doctor has prescribed Sulphadoxine to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
- Your doctor will ensure that you are well hydrated during treatment with this medicine.
- Your doctor may get regular blood, urine tests while you are on this medication.
- Do not take Sulphadoxine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Discontinue Sulphadoxine and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.