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Loroquin 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Loroquin 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Loroquin 500 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Initial dose should be given 600 mg as a base, after 6 hours 300 mg base and for next 2 days 300 mg base OD
Geriatric	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Initial dose should be given 600 mg as a base, after 6 hours 300 mg base and for next 2 days 300 mg base OD
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Initial dose should be given 10 mg/kg as a base, after 6 hours 5 mg/kg base and for next 2 days 5 mg/kg base OD
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Initial dose should be given 10 mg/kg as a base, after 6 hours 5 mg/kg base and for next 2 days 5 mg/kg base OD
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Initial dose should be given 10 mg/kg as a base, after 6 hours 5 mg/kg base and for next 2 days 5 mg/kg base OD

Loroquin 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Loroquin 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Loroquin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Loroquin 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Loroquin should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Loroquin 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Loroquin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Loroquin 500 Tablet on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Loroquin. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Loroquin 500 Tablet on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Loroquin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Loroquin 500 Tablet with Other Drugs

Loroquin 500 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Tramadol

Moderate

Ethambutol

Fluconazole

Ketoconazole

Levodopa

Loroquin 500 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Loroquin 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Eye Disorders
Epilepsy
Psoriasis
Hearing Loss
Porphyria

Frequently asked Questions about Loroquin 500 Tablet

Is this Loroquin 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Loroquin 500 Tablet is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Loroquin 500 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Loroquin 500 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Loroquin 500 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Loroquin 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Loroquin 500 Tablet

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Loroquin 500 Tablet and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Loroquin 500 Tablet

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Loroquin 500 Tablet with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Loroquin 500 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Does Loroquin cause tinnitus?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Yes, Loroquin has been reported to cause tinnitus (ringing in the ears) and also hearing loss which is reversible and goes away after discontinuation of this drug. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience ringing in the ears after taking this medicine, then inform your doctor about without any further delay.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Loroquin prevent malaria?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Loroquin is used to prevent and treat malaria caused by parasites (Plasmodium species). Loroquin works by increasing pH in the acid vesicles of parasite which interferes in the parasite's ability to break down and digest hemoglobin. Malarial parasites need hemoglobin for growth and survival, this results in starvation and death of parasites. Hence in this way, it prevents us from malaria.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Loroquin safe to use?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Loroquin is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects have been observed at a regular dose such as a headache, nausea, and vomiting. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above side effects.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Loroquin affect blood sugar levels?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Yes, Loroquin can affect blood sugar levels. It has been reported to lower the blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case if you feel lightheadedness, shaking or increased heartbeat after taking this drug then drink a glass of fruit juice, eat candies to restore your blood sugar levels and report to your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Loroquin cause fatigue?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Yes, Loroquin can cause fatigue, this occurs in a few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of fatigue is unknown. If you experience tiredness after taking this drug, then try to take some rest even after that if you feel excessive tiredness then do discuss with your doctor.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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

Loroquin 500 Tablet

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Loroquin 500 Tablet Information

Loroquin 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Loroquin 500 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

Loroquin 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of Loroquin 500 Tablet with Other Drugs

Loroquin 500 Tablet Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Loroquin 500 Tablet

Loroquin 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Loroquin 500 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Does Loroquin cause tinnitus?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Question about 5 years ago

Does Loroquin prevent malaria?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Question over 5 years ago

Is Loroquin safe to use?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Question over 5 years ago

Can Loroquin affect blood sugar levels?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Question over 5 years ago

Can Loroquin cause fatigue?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

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