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Qutomal 300 Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Malaria, Cerebral Malaria. Qutomal 300 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Qutomal 300 Injection 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Qutomal 300 Injection as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Qutomal 300 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Qutomal 300 Injection's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Qutomal 300 Injection related warnings talks about Qutomal 300 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Qutomal 300 Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Qutomal 300 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Qutomal 300 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Qutomal 300 Injection is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Qutomal 300 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.
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Is the use of Qutomal 300 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Qutomal has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Qutomal without medical advice.
Is the use of Qutomal 300 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Qutomal as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Qutomal 300 Injection on the Kidneys?
Qutomal 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 Qutomal 300 Injection on the Liver?
Qutomal is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Qutomal 300 Injection on the Heart?
Qutomal may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Qutomal 300 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Qutomal 300 Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Qutomal 300 Injection is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Qutomal 300 Injection does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Qutomal 300 Injection only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Qutomal 300 Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Qutomal 300 Injection
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Qutomal 300 Injection, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Qutomal 300 Injection
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Qutomal 300 Injection at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Yes, Qutomal can be taken with aspirin. No clinical meaningful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Qutomal along with aspirin if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Qutomal has been reported to cause diarrhoea and it is a common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, Qutomal 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, Qutomal is used to prevent and treat malaria caused by parasites Plasmodium species which are Plasmodium falciparum, Plasmodium malariae, Plasmodium ovale, and Plasmodium vivax. It works by interfering in the parasite's ability to break down and digest hemoglobin. Malarial parasites need hemoglobin for growth and survival. Qutomal binds with the hemoglobin and forms a complex with it which is toxic for the parasite only. This results in starvation and death of parasites due to building up of the toxic levels.
Rarely, Qutomal causes a headache. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balms and complete rest. Even if the pain does not subside then discuss it with your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Qualaquin (quinine sulfate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 825-826