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Figure A9.1 Use of primaquine based on g6PD-deficiency screening

Tolerated

History or experiences used antimalarials drug Low-to-high dosage of primaquine is recommended

Dark urine or cyanosis

Normal

G&PD deficient test available Mild deficiency Low dosage daily or high dosage weekly of primaquine could be given

Severe/moderate deficiency Severe/moderate deficiency

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