what does daraprim cure
What is Daraprim (pyrimethamine)? Pyrimethamine is an antiparasite medicine that helps prevent parasites from growing and reproducing in the body. Pyrimethamine is used together with other medicines to treat or prevent certain types of malaria. However, pyrimethamine is generally not preferred as a medicine to prevent malaria while traveling. Pyrimethamine is also used to treat toxoplasmosis, an infection caused by the Toxoplasma parasite.
INDICATIONS AND USAGE. Treatment of Toxoplasmosis: Daraprim is indicated for the treatment of toxoplasmosis when used conjointly with a sulfonamide, since synergism exists with this combination. Treatment of Acute Malaria: Daraprim is also indicated for the treatment of acute malaria. It should not be used alone to treat acute malaria. Fast-acting schizonticides such as chloroquine or quinine are indicated and preferable for the treatment of acute malaria.