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Q Nine Syrup is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Malaria, Cerebral Malaria. The alternative uses of Q Nine Syrup have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Q Nine Syrup. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Q Nine Syrup side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Q Nine Syrup go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Q Nine Syrup is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Q Nine Syrup related warnings talks about Q Nine Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Q Nine Syrup is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Q Nine Syrup have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Q Nine Syrup may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Q Nine Syrup is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Q Nine Syrup 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 Syrup 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 Syrup 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 Syrup 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 Syrup 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 Syrup 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.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Q Nine Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Q Nine Syrup habit forming or addictive?
Q Nine Syrup 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 Syrup since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Q Nine Syrup is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Q Nine Syrup is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Q Nine Syrup
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Q Nine Syrup together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Q Nine Syrup
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Q Nine Syrup 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
