Babyquin Syrup: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Babyquin Syrup Information

Babyquin Syrup is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Malaria.

The optimal dosage of Babyquin Syrup is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Babyquin Syrup can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Babyquin Syrup 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.

In addition, Babyquin Syrup's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Babyquin Syrup related warnings talks about Babyquin Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Babyquin Syrup is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Porphyria are examples of such conditions. The section on Babyquin Syrup contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Babyquin Syrup may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Babyquin Syrup, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Babyquin Benefits & Uses
Babyquin Dosage & How to Take
Babyquin Side Effects
Babyquin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Babyquin with Other Drugs
Babyquin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Babyquin
Babyquin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Babyquin Syrup Benefits & Uses

Babyquin Syrup is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Babyquin Syrup 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

Babyquin Syrup Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Babyquin Syrup is used -

Babyquin Syrup Related Warnings

Is the use of Babyquin Syrup safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Babyquin. If you are pregnant, do not take Babyquin without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Babyquin Syrup safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Babyquin may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Babyquin should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Babyquin Syrup on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Babyquin. 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 Babyquin Syrup on the Liver?

Babyquin 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Babyquin Syrup on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Babyquin. 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.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Babyquin Syrup with Other Drugs

Babyquin Syrup should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Tramadol

Moderate

Ethambutol

Fluconazole

Ketoconazole

Levodopa

Babyquin Syrup Contraindications

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

Eye Disorders
Epilepsy
Psoriasis
Hearing Loss
Porphyria

Frequently asked Questions about Babyquin Syrup

Is this Babyquin Syrup habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Babyquin Syrup has not been reported.

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

After taking Babyquin Syrup, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Babyquin Syrup can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Babyquin Syrup 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, Babyquin Syrup is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Babyquin Syrup Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Babyquin Syrup

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Babyquin Syrup and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Babyquin Syrup

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Babyquin Syrup

Question over 5 years ago

Does Babyquin cause hair loss?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Rarely, Babyquin causes hair loss (alopecia). This problem goes away after discontinuation of this drug. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with the doctor for best possible treatment to hair loss.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Babyquin cause weight loss?

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, long-term use of Babyquin may cause weight loss but this occurs rarely. It is a rare side effect of Babyquin. However, if you are experiencing unusual rapid weight loss and you are in doubt that Babyquin is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Babyquin?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Babyquin is a brand name of chloroquine and it comes in the form of a tablet, capsule, injection, and oral suspension. It belongs to the class of drugs known as antimalarials which have amebicidal activity. It is a prescription drug that is used in the treatment of malaria which is a vector-borne infectious disease caused by parasites Plasmodium species. These are Plasmodium falciparum, Plasmodium malariae, Plasmodium ovale, and Plasmodium vivax. Apart from this Babyquin is also used in the treatment of extraintestinal amebiasis which is the protozoal infection caused by parasite Entamoeba histolytica. It is also used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) both are autoimmune diseases which causes inflammation and pain. Babyquin is also used off-label for the treatment of porphyria cutanea tarda (PCT) a blood disorder that affects the skin.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Babyquin on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Babyquin should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Babyquin an antibiotic?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

No, Babyquin is not an antibiotic. It belongs to the class of drugs known as antimalarials and disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). It is effective against parasites such as Plasmodium falciparum, Plasmodium malariae, Plasmodium ovale, and Plasmodium vivax.

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This medicine data has been created by -

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Babyquin Syrup

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Babyquin Syrup Information

Babyquin Syrup Benefits & Uses

Babyquin Syrup Dosage & How to Take

Babyquin Syrup Side Effects

Babyquin Syrup Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of Babyquin Syrup with Other Drugs

Babyquin Syrup Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Babyquin Syrup

Babyquin Syrup Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Babyquin Syrup

Question over 5 years ago

Does Babyquin cause hair loss?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Question over 5 years ago

Can Babyquin cause weight loss?

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

Question over 5 years ago

What is Babyquin?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Babyquin on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Question about 5 years ago

Is Babyquin an antibiotic?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

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