Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet 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

Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Falciquin shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Falciquin may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Falciquin. 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 Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Falciquin on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

Falciquin can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs

Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Mefloquine

Pimozide

Quinidine

Ketoconazole

Erythromycin

Moderate

Tetracycline

Theophylline

Mild

Cimetidine

Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Myasthenia Gravis
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Potassium Deficiency
Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet

Is this Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet has not been reported.

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

Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet 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?

Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet

There is no information on the effects of taking Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet

Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Does Falciquin cause weight loss?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

No, Falciquin does not cause weight loss. Weight loss has not been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight loss and you are in doubt that Falciquin is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Falciquin?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Falciquin 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Falciquin affect blood sugar levels?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Falciquin can affect blood sugar levels. It has been reported to cause decreased blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case if you feel lightheadedness, shaking or increased heartbeat after taking this drug then drink a glass of fruit juice, eat candies to restore your blood sugar levels and report to your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Falciquin with paracetamol?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Falciquin can be taken with paracetamol. No interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Falciquin along with paracetamol if it does not exceed recommended doses.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Falciquin safe to use?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Falciquin 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 the therapeutic 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.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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

Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet

Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet

Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet Dosage & How to Take

Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs

Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet

Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Falciquin 300 Mg Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Does Falciquin cause weight loss?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Question about 6 years ago

What is Falciquin?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Question over 5 years ago

Does Falciquin affect blood sugar levels?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Falciquin with paracetamol?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Falciquin safe to use?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

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