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Bitaquine Suspension is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension. It is typically used for the treatment of Malaria.
The optimal dosage of Bitaquine Suspension is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Bitaquine Suspension have been listed ahead. These side effects of Bitaquine Suspension are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Bitaquine Suspension has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Bitaquine Suspension related warnings talks about Bitaquine Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Bitaquine Suspension is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Porphyria are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Bitaquine Suspension are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Bitaquine Suspension may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Bitaquine Suspension, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Bitaquine Suspension is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Bitaquine Suspension is used -
Is the use of Bitaquine Suspension safe for pregnant women?
Bitaquine can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Bitaquine Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
Bitaquine should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Bitaquine Suspension on the Kidneys?
Bitaquine can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Bitaquine Suspension on the Liver?
Bitaquine may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Bitaquine Suspension on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Bitaquine. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bitaquine Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bitaquine Suspension habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Bitaquine Suspension is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Bitaquine Suspension can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Bitaquine Suspension only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Bitaquine Suspension for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Bitaquine Suspension
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Bitaquine Suspension with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bitaquine Suspension
Information about the interaction of Bitaquine Suspension and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Oral tablet and suspension of Bitaquine should be taken by mouth 1 - 2 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. Ideally, Bitaquine has to be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. Precautions must be taken in patients with heart diseases.
Yes, Bitaquine is helpful in lupus or systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). It is used in the treatment of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) as well as rheumatoid arthritis. Bitaquine works in rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) by suppressing the immune system which provides relief to the patient from pain and inflammation. However, the exact mechanism how Bitaquine works in these autoimmune diseases is still unknown.
Yes Bitaquine can be taken with paracetamol. Paracetamol does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Bitaquine. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, long-term use of Bitaquine may cause weight loss but this occurs rarely. It is a rare side effect of Bitaquine. However, if you are experiencing unusual rapid weight loss and you are in doubt that Bitaquine is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.
No, Bitaquine should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. Package leaflet information for the user; Aralen® Chloroquine phosphate. Eighth Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2019
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 211