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Resochin 250 Mg Tablet Information

Resochin 250 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Malaria.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Resochin 250 Mg Tablet. 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.

Some other side effects of Resochin 250 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Resochin 250 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Resochin 250 Mg Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Resochin 250 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Resochin 250 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Resochin 250 Mg Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Porphyria are examples of such conditions. The section on Resochin 250 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Resochin 250 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Resochin 250 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Resochin 250 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Resochin 250 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Resochin 250 Mg 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

Resochin 250 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Resochin 250 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Resochin. If you are pregnant, do not take Resochin without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Resochin 250 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Resochin may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Resochin should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Resochin 250 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Resochin. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Resochin 250 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

Resochin may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Resochin 250 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Resochin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Resochin 250 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs

Resochin 250 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Tramadol

Moderate

Ethambutol

Fluconazole

Ketoconazole

Levodopa

Resochin 250 Mg Tablet Contraindications

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

Eye Disorders
Epilepsy
Psoriasis
Hearing Loss
Porphyria

Frequently asked Questions about Resochin 250 Mg Tablet

Is this Resochin 250 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Resochin 250 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Resochin 250 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Resochin 250 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Resochin 250 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Resochin 250 Mg Tablet

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Resochin 250 Mg Tablet together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Resochin 250 Mg Tablet

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Resochin 250 Mg Tablet

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Resochin with paracetamol?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes Resochin can be taken with paracetamol. Paracetamol does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Resochin. 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

Can I take Resochin with diclofenac?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Resochin can be taken with diclofenac. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Resochin without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, Resochin 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 over 5 years ago

Does Resochin decrease blood pressure?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Resochin does not decrease blood pressure (hypotension). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this medicine. 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

Does Resochin cause tinnitus?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Yes, Resochin has been reported to cause tinnitus (ringing in the ears) and also hearing loss which is reversible and goes away after discontinuation of this drug. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience ringing in the ears after taking this medicine, then inform your doctor about without any further delay.

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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

Resochin 250 Mg Tablet

Resochin 250 Mg Tablet

Resochin 250 Mg Tablet Information

Resochin 250 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Resochin 250 Mg Tablet Dosage & How to Take

Resochin 250 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of Resochin 250 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs

Resochin 250 Mg Tablet Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Resochin 250 Mg Tablet

Resochin 250 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Resochin 250 Mg Tablet

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Resochin with paracetamol?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Resochin with diclofenac?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Resochin without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Question over 5 years ago

Does Resochin decrease blood pressure?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Question over 5 years ago

Does Resochin cause tinnitus?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

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