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

Ceequine Benefits & Uses

Ceequine is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Ceequine 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

Ceequine Related Warnings

Is the use of Ceequine safe for pregnant women?

Ceequine 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 Ceequine safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Ceequine on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Ceequine. 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 Ceequine on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Ceequine on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Ceequine. 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

Severe Interaction of Ceequine with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Tramadol

Moderate

Ethambutol

Fluconazole

Ketoconazole

Levodopa

Ceequine Contraindications

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

Eye Disorders
Epilepsy
Psoriasis
Hearing Loss
Porphyria

Frequently asked Questions about Ceequine

Is this Ceequine habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Ceequine is addictive.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Ceequine can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Ceequine only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Ceequine is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Ceequine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ceequine

There is no information on the effects of taking Ceequine with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Ceequine

Information about the interaction of Ceequine and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Ceequine

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Ceequine with paracetamol?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

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

Can I take Ceequine without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, Ceequine 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

What is Ceequine?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Ceequine is a brand name of chloroquine and it comes in the form of a tablet, capsule, injection, and oral suspension. It belongs to the class of drugs known as antimalarials which have amebicidal activity. It is a prescription drug that is used in the treatment of malaria which is a vector-borne infectious disease caused by parasites Plasmodium species. These are Plasmodium falciparum, Plasmodium malariae, Plasmodium ovale, and Plasmodium vivax. Apart from this Ceequine is also used in the treatment of extraintestinal amebiasis which is the protozoal infection caused by parasite Entamoeba histolytica. It is also used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) both are autoimmune diseases which causes inflammation and pain. Ceequine is also used off-label for the treatment of porphyria cutanea tarda (PCT) a blood disorder that affects the skin.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Ceequine?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

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