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Nivaquine Pds Benefits & Uses

Nivaquine Pds is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Nivaquine Pds 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

Nivaquine Pds Related Warnings

Is the use of Nivaquine Pds safe for pregnant women?

Nivaquine Pds 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 Nivaquine Pds safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Nivaquine Pds may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Nivaquine Pds should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Nivaquine Pds on the Kidneys?

Nivaquine Pds 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 Nivaquine Pds on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Nivaquine Pds. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Nivaquine Pds on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Nivaquine Pds. 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 Nivaquine Pds with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Tramadol

Moderate

Ethambutol

Fluconazole

Ketoconazole

Levodopa

Nivaquine Pds Contraindications

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

Eye Disorders
Epilepsy
Psoriasis
Hearing Loss
Porphyria

Frequently asked Questions about Nivaquine Pds

Is this Nivaquine Pds habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Nivaquine Pds has not been reported.

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 Nivaquine Pds can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Nivaquine Pds is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, the use of Nivaquine Pds in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Nivaquine Pds Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nivaquine Pds

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Nivaquine Pds, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Nivaquine Pds

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Nivaquine Pds with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Nivaquine Pds

Question about 5 years ago

Does Nivaquine Pds prevent malaria?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Nivaquine Pds is used to prevent and treat malaria caused by parasites (Plasmodium species). Nivaquine Pds 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

Can Nivaquine Pds cause anemia?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

Yes, Nivaquine Pds may cause anemia as well as thrombocytopenia (low platelet count) but it occurs in a few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing tiredness or shortness of breath or bleeding then discuss with your doctor without further delay.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Nivaquine Pds helpful in lupus?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Nivaquine Pds 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. Nivaquine Pds 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 Nivaquine Pds works in these autoimmune diseases is still unknown.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Nivaquine Pds without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, Nivaquine Pds is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can cause unpleasant side effects if taken without a doctor's recommendation. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Nivaquine Pds with aspirin?

Dr. , General Physician

Yes Nivaquine Pds can be taken with aspirin. Aspirin does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Nivaquine Pds. Hence, it is best to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. Package leaflet information for the user; Aralen® Chloroquine phosphate. Eighth Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2019

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 211

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Nivaquine Pds Benefits & Uses

Nivaquine Pds Dosage & How to Take

Nivaquine Pds Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of Nivaquine Pds with Other Drugs

Nivaquine Pds Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Nivaquine Pds

Nivaquine Pds Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Nivaquine Pds

Question about 5 years ago

Does Nivaquine Pds prevent malaria?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Question about 5 years ago

Can Nivaquine Pds cause anemia?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Nivaquine Pds helpful in lupus?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Nivaquine Pds without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Nivaquine Pds with aspirin?

Dr. , General Physician

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