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Mahaquin Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Malaria.
The right dosage of Mahaquin Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Mahaquin Injection as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Mahaquin Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Mahaquin Injection has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Mahaquin Injection related warnings talks about Mahaquin Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Mahaquin Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Mahaquin Injection in conditions like Porphyria. Other contraindications of Mahaquin Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Mahaquin Injection with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Mahaquin Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Mahaquin Injection 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Mahaquin Injection safe for pregnant women?
Mahaquin (Mankind) has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Mahaquin (Mankind) without medical advice.
Is the use of Mahaquin Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Mahaquin (Mankind) 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 Mahaquin Injection on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Mahaquin (Mankind). If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Mahaquin Injection on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Mahaquin (Mankind). 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.
What is the effect of Mahaquin Injection on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Mahaquin (Mankind). If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Mahaquin Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mahaquin Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mahaquin Injection habit forming or addictive?
Mahaquin Injection is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Mahaquin Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Mahaquin Injection only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Mahaquin Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mahaquin Injection
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Mahaquin Injection and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mahaquin Injection
Information about the interaction of Mahaquin Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Mahaquin (Mankind) is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can cause unpleasant side effects if taken without a doctor's recommendation. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Take Mahaquin (Mankind) as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Yes, Mahaquin (Mankind) 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.
Yes, Mahaquin (Mankind) is used to prevent and treat malaria caused by parasites (Plasmodium species). Mahaquin (Mankind) 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.
Yes, long-term use of Mahaquin (Mankind) may cause weight loss but this occurs rarely. It is a rare side effect of Mahaquin (Mankind). However, if you are experiencing unusual rapid weight loss and you are in doubt that Mahaquin (Mankind) is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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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