Quinowin 250 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Quinowin 250 Tablet Information

Quinowin 250 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Malaria.

The right dosage of Quinowin 250 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Quinowin 250 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Quinowin 250 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Quinowin 250 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Quinowin 250 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Quinowin 250 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Porphyria as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Quinowin 250 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Quinowin 250 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Quinowin 250 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Quinowin Benefits & Uses
Quinowin Dosage & How to Take
Quinowin Side Effects
Quinowin Related Warnings
Quinowin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Quinowin
Quinowin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Quinowin 250 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Quinowin 250 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Quinowin 250 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

Quinowin 250 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Quinowin 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Quinowin 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Quinowin. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Quinowin 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Quinowin 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Quinowin 250 Tablet on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Quinowin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Quinowin only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Quinowin 250 Tablet on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Quinowin. 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

Quinowin 250 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Quinowin 250 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Eye Disorders
Epilepsy
Psoriasis
Hearing Loss
Porphyria

Frequently asked Questions about Quinowin 250 Tablet

Is this Quinowin 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Quinowin 250 Tablet is addictive.

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

After taking Quinowin 250 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Quinowin 250 Tablet 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?

There is no benefit of taking Quinowin 250 Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Quinowin 250 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Quinowin 250 Tablet

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Quinowin 250 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Quinowin 250 Tablet

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Quinowin 250 Tablet with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Quinowin 250 Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

Does Quinowin cause hair loss?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Rarely, Quinowin causes hair loss (alopecia). This problem goes away after discontinuation of this drug. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with the doctor for best possible treatment to hair loss.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Quinowin with paracetamol?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes Quinowin can be taken with paracetamol. Paracetamol does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Quinowin. 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 almost 5 years ago

Is Quinowin helpful in lupus?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Quinowin 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. Quinowin 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 Quinowin works in these autoimmune diseases is still unknown.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Quinowin without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, Quinowin 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 about 5 years ago

Does Quinowin prevent malaria?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

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

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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

Quinowin 250 Tablet

Quinowin 250 Tablet

Quinowin 250 Tablet Information

Quinowin 250 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Quinowin 250 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

Quinowin 250 Tablet Related Warnings

Quinowin 250 Tablet Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Quinowin 250 Tablet

Quinowin 250 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Quinowin 250 Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

Does Quinowin cause hair loss?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Quinowin with paracetamol?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Quinowin helpful in lupus?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Quinowin without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Question about 5 years ago

Does Quinowin prevent malaria?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

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