Medicines based on Quinine Doxycycline
Quinine + Doxycycline Information
Quinine + Doxycycline is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Quinine + Doxycycline depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
- Quinine + Doxycycline Benefits & Uses
- Quinine + Doxycycline Dosage & How to Take
- Quinine + Doxycycline Side Effects
- Quinine + Doxycycline Related Warnings
- Severe Interaction of Quinine + Doxycycline with Other Drugs
- Quinine + Doxycycline Contraindications
- Frequently asked Questions about Quinine + Doxycycline
- Quinine + Doxycycline Interactions with Food and Alcohol
Quinine + Doxycycline Benefits & Uses
Quinine + Doxycycline is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
- Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)
Quinine + Doxycycline 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
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Quinine + Doxycycline Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Quinine + Doxycycline is used -
Severe
- Change in vision
Moderate
- Blurred vision
- Esophagitis
Mild
Common
- Sensitive to light
Quinine + Doxycycline Related Warnings
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Is the use of Quinine + Doxycycline safe for pregnant women?
Quinine + Doxycycline shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
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Is the use of Quinine + Doxycycline safe during breastfeeding?
Quinine + Doxycycline may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
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What is the effect of Quinine + Doxycycline on the Kidneys?
Quinine + Doxycycline is completely safe for kidneys.
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What is the effect of Quinine + Doxycycline on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Quinine + Doxycycline on the liver have been reported.
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What is the effect of Quinine + Doxycycline on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Quinine + Doxycycline for the heart.
Severe Interaction of Quinine + Doxycycline with Other Drugs
Quinine + Doxycycline should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Quinine + Doxycycline Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Quinine + Doxycycline unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Myasthenia Gravis
- Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
- Potassium Deficiency
- Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency
- Drug Allergy
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Liver Disease
- Diabetes
Frequently asked Questions about Quinine + Doxycycline
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Is this Quinine + Doxycycline habit forming or addictive?
Quinine + Doxycycline is not addictive in nature.
Quinine + Doxycycline Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Quinine + Doxycycline
Some foods when eaten with Quinine + Doxycycline can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Quinine + Doxycycline
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Quinine + Doxycycline.
Frequently asked Questions about Quinine + Doxycycline
Question over 5 years ago
Does Quinine + Doxycycline cause weight loss?
Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery
No, Quinine + Doxycycline 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 Quinine + Doxycycline is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.
Question over 5 years ago
Does Quinine + Doxycycline affect blood sugar levels?
Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Quinine + Doxycycline 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 6 years ago
Can I take Quinine + Doxycycline without consulting a doctor?
Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery
No, Quinine + Doxycycline is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Question over 5 years ago
Can Quinine + Doxycycline cause low blood pressure (BP)?
Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology
Yes, Quinine + Doxycycline causes low blood pressure (hypotension). It is a known side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing lightheadedness or blurry vision which are symptoms of low blood pressure after taking this drug then try to sit down and rest for a while till it subsides.
Question over 5 years ago
Can Quinine + Doxycycline prevent malaria?
Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Quinine + Doxycycline is used to prevent and treat malaria caused by parasites Plasmodium species which are Plasmodium falciparum, Plasmodium malariae, Plasmodium ovale, and Plasmodium vivax. It works by interfering in the parasite's ability to break down and digest hemoglobin. Malarial parasites need hemoglobin for growth and survival. Quinine + Doxycycline 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.
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