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Hyq Benefits & Uses

Hyq is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Hyq 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

Hyq Related Warnings

Is the use of Hyq safe for pregnant women?

Hyq shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Hyq safe during breastfeeding?

Hyq may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Hyq on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Hyq. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Hyq on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Hyq on the Heart?

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

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Hyq with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Tramadol

Moderate

Ethambutol

Fluconazole

Ketoconazole

Levodopa

Hyq Contraindications

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

Eye Disorders
Epilepsy
Psoriasis
Hearing Loss
Porphyria

Frequently asked Questions about Hyq

Is this Hyq habit forming or addictive?

Hyq is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Hyq is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Hyq cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Hyq Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Hyq

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Hyq and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Hyq

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Hyq.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Hyq

Question over 5 years ago

Can Hyq cause weight loss?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Yes, long-term use of Hyq may cause weight loss but this occurs rarely. It is a rare side effect of Hyq. However, if you are experiencing unusual rapid weight loss and you are in doubt that Hyq is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Hyq?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Oral tablet and suspension of Hyq should be taken by mouth 1 - 2 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. Ideally, Hyq has to be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. Precautions must be taken in patients with heart diseases.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Hyq?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Take Hyq as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Hyq prevent malaria?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

Can Hyq cause headache?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Yes, Hyq causes a headache but it occurs in a few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balms and take rest. Even after that if the pain does not subside then discuss it with your doctor.