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Emquin DS Tablet

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  • Manufactured by: Merck Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Chloroquine (500 mg)

Emquin DS Tablet

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8042 people have bought this recently
  • Manufactured by: Merck Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Chloroquine (500 mg)

Emquin DS Tablet Information

Emquin DS Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Malaria.

The optimal dosage of Emquin DS Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Emquin DS Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Emquin DS Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Emquin DS Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Emquin DS Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Emquin DS Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Porphyria as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Emquin DS Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

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

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

  1. Emquin Benefits & Uses
  2. Emquin Dosage & How to Take
  3. Emquin Side Effects
  4. Emquin Related Warnings
  5. Severe Interaction of Emquin with Other Drugs
  6. Emquin Contraindications
  7. Frequently asked Questions about Emquin
  8. Emquin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Emquin DS Tablet Benefits & Uses

Emquin DS Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Emquin DS 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

Emquin DS Tablet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Emquin DS Tablet safe for pregnant women?


    Emquin has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Emquin without medical advice.

    Severe

  • Is the use of Emquin DS Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


    Emquin 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 Emquin DS Tablet on the Kidneys?


    Emquin can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

    Moderate

  • What is the effect of Emquin DS Tablet on the Liver?


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

    Moderate

  • What is the effect of Emquin DS Tablet on the Heart?


    There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Emquin. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

    Moderate

Severe Interaction of Emquin DS Tablet with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Tramadol

Moderate

EthambutolFluconazoleKetoconazoleLevodopa

Emquin DS Tablet Contraindications

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

Frequently asked Questions about Emquin DS Tablet

  • Is this Emquin DS Tablet habit forming or addictive?


    Emquin DS Tablet does not cause addiction.

    No

  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


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

    Dangerous

  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Emquin DS Tablet 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?


    There is no benefit of taking Emquin DS Tablet for mental disorders.

    No

Emquin DS Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Emquin DS Tablet


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

    Unknown

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Emquin DS Tablet


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

    Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Emquin DS Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

Does Emquin prevent malaria?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Emquin is used to prevent and treat malaria caused by parasites (Plasmodium species). Emquin 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 almost 5 years ago

Can I take Emquin with diclofenac?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Emquin 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 discontinue Emquin on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Emquin should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Emquin helpful in lupus?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Emquin is helpful in lupus or systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). It is used in the treatment of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) as well as rheumatoid arthritis. Emquin works in rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) by suppressing the immune system which provides relief to the patient from pain and inflammation. However, the exact mechanism how Emquin works in these autoimmune diseases is still unknown.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Emquin with paracetamol?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

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

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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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