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Q Nine, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Malaria, Cerebral Malaria. Q Nine also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Q Nine. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Q Nine side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Q Nine are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Q Nine is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Q Nine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Q Nine related warnings section.
Q Nine can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Q Nine in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Drug Allergy. Some other conditions that can be affected by Q Nine are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Q Nine have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Q Nine is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Q Nine is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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.
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Is the use of Q Nine safe for pregnant women?
Q Nine shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Q Nine safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Q Nine as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Q Nine on the Kidneys?
Q Nine may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Q Nine on the Liver?
Q Nine may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Q Nine on the Heart?
Q Nine 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.
Q Nine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Q Nine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Q Nine habit forming or addictive?
Q Nine does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Q Nine since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Q Nine is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Q Nine is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Q Nine
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Q Nine together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Q Nine
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Q Nine are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
Q Nine 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.
Q Nine contains quinine which is an alkaloid that belongs to the class of drugs known as antimalarials. It works by interfering in the parasite's ability to break down and digest hemoglobin. Malarial parasites need hemoglobin for growth and survival. Q Nine binds with the hemoglobin and forms a complex with it which is toxic for the parasite only. This results in starvation and death of parasites due to building up of the toxic levels. For night-time leg cramps Q Nine works by decreasing the excitability of motor endplates which is presumed to be responsible for causing leg cramps.
Yes, Q Nine can be taken with paracetamol. No interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Q Nine along with paracetamol if it does not exceed recommended doses.
Rarely, Q Nine causes microangiopathic hemolytic anemia as well as thrombocytopenia (low platelet count). It is a known side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing tiredness or shortness of breath or bleeding then discuss it with your doctor without further delay.
No, Q Nine should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
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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
