Bitaquine 250 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Bitaquine Benefits & Uses

Bitaquine is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Bitaquine 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

Bitaquine Related Warnings

Is the use of Bitaquine safe for pregnant women?

Bitaquine 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 Bitaquine safe during breastfeeding?

Bitaquine 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 Bitaquine on the Kidneys?

Bitaquine 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Bitaquine on the Liver?

Bitaquine 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 Bitaquine on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Bitaquine. 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 Bitaquine with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Tramadol

Moderate

Ethambutol

Fluconazole

Ketoconazole

Levodopa

Bitaquine Contraindications

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

Eye Disorders
Epilepsy
Psoriasis
Hearing Loss
Porphyria

Frequently asked Questions about Bitaquine

Is this Bitaquine habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Bitaquine is addictive.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Bitaquine can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Bitaquine only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Bitaquine for mental disorders.

No

Bitaquine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Bitaquine

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Bitaquine with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Bitaquine

Information about the interaction of Bitaquine and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Bitaquine

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Bitaquine helpful in lupus?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Bitaquine is helpful in lupus or systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). It is used in the treatment of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) as well as rheumatoid arthritis. Bitaquine works in rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) by suppressing the immune system which provides relief to the patient from pain and inflammation. However, the exact mechanism how Bitaquine works in these autoimmune diseases is still unknown.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Bitaquine with diclofenac?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Bitaquine 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Bitaquine safe to use?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Bitaquine 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 almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Bitaquine?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Take Bitaquine as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Bitaquine cause tinnitus?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Yes, Bitaquine 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.