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Bactiquin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Suspension, Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Malaria, Cerebral Malaria. Secondary and off-label uses of Bactiquin have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Bactiquin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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 Bactiquin as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Bactiquin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Bactiquin is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Bactiquin related warnings talks about Bactiquin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Bactiquin is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Bactiquin contraindications section.
Besides this, Bactiquin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Bactiquin is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Bactiquin 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 Bactiquin safe for pregnant women?
Bactiquin should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Bactiquin safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Bactiquin on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Bactiquin on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Bactiquin. 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 Bactiquin on the Liver?
Bactiquin has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Bactiquin on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Bactiquin. 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.
Bactiquin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bactiquin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bactiquin habit forming or addictive?
Bactiquin is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Bactiquin since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Bactiquin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Bactiquin for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Bactiquin
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Bactiquin together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bactiquin
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Bactiquin are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
Yes, Bactiquin can be taken with diclofenac. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Ideally, Bactiquin is given for short-term treatment (3 - 7days). Take Bactiquin as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Bactiquin is a brand name of quinine and it comes in the form of a tablet, injection, and oral suspension. It belongs to the class of drugs known as antimalarials. 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. It is sometimes used in the prevention and treatment of night-time leg cramps and to treat human babesiosis which is a tick-borne protozoal infectious disease caused by parasite belonging to genus Babesia.
Yes, Bactiquin can be taken with paracetamol. No interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Bactiquin along with paracetamol if it does not exceed recommended doses.
No, Bactiquin is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
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