Quitoria 40 Tablet Information

Quitoria 40 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Other than this, Quitoria 40 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Quitoria 40 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Quitoria 40 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Quitoria 40 Tablet 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.

It is also important to note that Quitoria 40 Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Quitoria 40 Tablet related warnings talks about Quitoria 40 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other contraindications of Quitoria 40 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Quitoria 40 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Quitoria 40 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Quitoria Benefits & Uses
Quitoria Dosage & How to Take
Quitoria Side Effects
Quitoria Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Quitoria with Other Drugs
Quitoria Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Quitoria
Quitoria Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Quitoria 40 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Quitoria 40 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Quitoria 40 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 4 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: strength 20 mg artemether and 120 mg lumefantrine per tablet,Initially 4 tablets as single dose, then 4 tablets after 8 hours
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 3 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: strength 20 mg artemether and 120 mg lumefantrine per tablet, dose should be given on according to weight
Adult	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 4 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: strength 20 mg artemether and 120 mg lumefantrine per tablet,Initially 4 tablets as single dose, then 4 tablets after 8 hours
Geriatric	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 4 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: strength 20 mg artemether and 120 mg lumefantrine per tablet,Initially 4 tablets as single dose, then 4 tablets after 8 hours
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: strength 20 mg artemether and 120 mg lumefantrine per tablet, dose should be given to patients having weight more than 5 kg

Quitoria 40 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Quitoria 40 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Quitoria can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Quitoria, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Quitoria 40 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Quitoria as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Quitoria 40 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Quitoria on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Quitoria 40 Tablet on the Liver?

Quitoria may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Quitoria 40 Tablet on the Heart?

Quitoria is rarely harmful for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Quitoria 40 Tablet with Other Drugs

Quitoria 40 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Codeine

Quitoria 40 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Quitoria 40 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Diabetes
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Quitoria 40 Tablet

Is this Quitoria 40 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Quitoria 40 Tablet.

Quitoria 40 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Quitoria 40 Tablet

Taking Quitoria 40 Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Quitoria 40 Tablet

Taking alcohol with Quitoria 40 Tablet can be dangerous.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 829,830

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 832-834

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