Resochin 500 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Resochin Benefits & Uses

Resochin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Resochin 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 Related Warnings

Is the use of Resochin 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 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 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 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 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 with Other Drugs

Resochin 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 Contraindications

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

Eye Disorders
Epilepsy
Psoriasis
Hearing Loss
Porphyria

Frequently asked Questions about Resochin

Is this Resochin habit forming or addictive?

Resochin does not cause addiction.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Resochin only as per medical advice.

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

No, Resochin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Resochin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Resochin

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Resochin

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Resochin

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 over 4 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 over 5 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.