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Lariquin 64.5 Injection 30 Ml, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Malaria are some of its major therapeutic uses.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lariquin 64.5 Injection 30 Ml. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Lariquin 64.5 Injection 30 Ml have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Lariquin 64.5 Injection 30 Ml normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Lariquin 64.5 Injection 30 Ml's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Lariquin 64.5 Injection 30 Ml's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Lariquin 64.5 Injection 30 Ml is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Porphyria are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Lariquin 64.5 Injection 30 Ml have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Lariquin 64.5 Injection 30 Ml may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lariquin 64.5 Injection 30 Ml is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Lariquin 64.5 Injection 30 Ml is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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.
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Is the use of Lariquin 64.5 Injection 30 Ml safe for pregnant women?
Lariquin should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Lariquin 64.5 Injection 30 Ml safe during breastfeeding?
Lariquin should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Lariquin 64.5 Injection 30 Ml on the Kidneys?
Lariquin 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.
What is the effect of Lariquin 64.5 Injection 30 Ml on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Lariquin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Lariquin only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Lariquin 64.5 Injection 30 Ml on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Lariquin. 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.
Lariquin 64.5 Injection 30 Ml should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lariquin 64.5 Injection 30 Ml unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lariquin 64.5 Injection 30 Ml habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Lariquin 64.5 Injection 30 Ml.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Lariquin 64.5 Injection 30 Ml you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Lariquin 64.5 Injection 30 Ml should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Lariquin 64.5 Injection 30 Ml in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Lariquin 64.5 Injection 30 Ml
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Lariquin 64.5 Injection 30 Ml and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lariquin 64.5 Injection 30 Ml
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Lariquin 64.5 Injection 30 Ml.
Yes, Lariquin can affect blood sugar levels. It has been reported to lower the blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case if you feel lightheadedness, shaking or increased heartbeat after taking this drug then drink a glass of fruit juice, eat candies to restore your blood sugar levels and report to your doctor.
Rarely, Lariquin causes hair loss (alopecia). This problem goes away after discontinuation of this drug. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with the doctor for best possible treatment to hair loss.
Yes Lariquin can be taken with aspirin. Aspirin does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Lariquin. Hence, it is best to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Lariquin 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 Lariquin 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. Lariquin is also used off-label for the treatment of porphyria cutanea tarda (PCT) a blood disorder that affects the skin.
Yes, Lariquin is used to prevent and treat malaria caused by parasites (Plasmodium species). Lariquin 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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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