Chinsunate Information

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

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Chinsunate. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Chinsunate include Headache, Nausea or vomiting. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Chinsunate can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Chinsunate normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Chinsunate's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Chinsunate has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Chinsunate related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Chinsunate since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Chinsunate contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Chinsunate with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Chinsunate Benefits & Uses

Chinsunate is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)
Parasitic Infections

Chinsunate 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: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: Day first take 2.4 mg/Kg followed by 1.2 mg/Kg at 12 and 24 hours then 1.2 mg/Kg daily for 6 days.
Geriatric	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: Day first take 2.4 mg/Kg followed by 1.2 mg/Kg at 12 and 24 hours then 1.2 mg/Kg daily for 6 days
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: Day first take 2 mg/Kg followed by 1 mg/Kg at 12 and 24 hours then 1 mg/Kg daily for 6 days

Chinsunate Related Warnings

Is the use of Chinsunate safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Chinsunate. It is best to stop taking Chinsunate immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Chinsunate safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Chinsunate. If you see any side effects, stop taking Chinsunate immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Chinsunate again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Chinsunate on the Kidneys?

In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Chinsunate on kidneys.

Unknown
What is the effect of Chinsunate on the Liver?

Chinsunate has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Chinsunate on the Heart?

Chinsunate may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Chinsunate with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Mefloquine

Pyrimethamine

Chinsunate Contraindications

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

Allergy
Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Chinsunate

Is this Chinsunate habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Chinsunate has not been reported.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Chinsunate only as per medical advice.

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

Chinsunate is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Chinsunate Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Chinsunate

Taking Chinsunate with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Chinsunate

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Chinsunate.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 830

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