Quin Suspension

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Quin Suspension

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Quin Information

Quin is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Malaria.

The correct dosage of Quin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Quin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Quin go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Quin's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Quin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Quin related warnings section.

Quin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Porphyria as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Quin have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Quin have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

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



Quin Benefits & Uses

Quin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Quin 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

Quin Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Quin safe for pregnant women?


    Quin should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Quin safe during breastfeeding?


    Quin should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Quin on the Kidneys?


    Kidney can be affected by Quin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Quin on the Liver?


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

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Quin on the Heart?


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

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Quin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Quin Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Quin

  • Is this Quin habit forming or addictive?


    Quin does not cause addiction.

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


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Quin. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Quin 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, Quin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Quin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Quin


    There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Quin with food.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Quin


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Quin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Quin

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Quin?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

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

Question about 5 years ago

Is Quin an antibiotic?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

No, Quin is not an antibiotic. It belongs to the class of drugs known as antimalarials and disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). It is effective against parasites such as Plasmodium falciparum, Plasmodium malariae, Plasmodium ovale, and Plasmodium vivax.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Quin?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

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

Question over 5 years ago

Can Quin cause headache?

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

Yes, Quin 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Quin prevent malaria?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

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



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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



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