Leoquin R Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Leoquin R Tablet Benefits & Uses

Leoquin R Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Leoquin R 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
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

Leoquin R Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Leoquin R Tablet is used -

Leoquin R Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Leoquin R Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Leoquin R has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Leoquin R without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Leoquin R Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Leoquin R 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 Leoquin R Tablet on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Leoquin R. 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 Leoquin R Tablet on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Leoquin R. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Leoquin R Tablet on the Heart?

Leoquin R may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Leoquin R Tablet Contraindications

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

Eye Disorders
Epilepsy
Psoriasis
Hearing Loss
Porphyria

Frequently asked Questions about Leoquin R Tablet

Is this Leoquin R Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Leoquin R Tablet has not been reported.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Leoquin R 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?

No, Leoquin R Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Leoquin R Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Leoquin R Tablet

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Leoquin R Tablet

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Leoquin R Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Leoquin R Tablet

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Leoquin R with paracetamol?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes Leoquin R can be taken with paracetamol. Paracetamol does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Leoquin R. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Leoquin R?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Leoquin R 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 Leoquin R 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. Leoquin R 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

Does Leoquin R cause diarrhoea?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Leoquin R has been reported to cause diarrhoea and it is a common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Leoquin R prevent malaria?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Leoquin R is used to prevent and treat malaria caused by parasites (Plasmodium species). Leoquin R works by increasing pH in the acid vesicles of parasite which interferes in the parasite's ability to break down and digest hemoglobin. Malarial parasites need hemoglobin for growth and survival, this results in starvation and death of parasites. Hence in this way, it prevents us from malaria.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Leoquin R an antibiotic?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

No, Leoquin R 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 -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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Leoquin R Tablet Benefits & Uses

Leoquin R Tablet Dosage & How to Take

Leoquin R Tablet Side Effects

Leoquin R Tablet Related Warnings

Leoquin R Tablet Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Leoquin R Tablet

Leoquin R Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Leoquin R Tablet

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Leoquin R with paracetamol?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Question over 5 years ago

What is Leoquin R?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Leoquin R cause diarrhoea?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Question over 5 years ago

Does Leoquin R prevent malaria?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Question about 5 years ago

Is Leoquin R an antibiotic?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

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