C.Q. (Corona): Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

C.Q. (Corona) Information

C.Q. (Corona) is a prescription medicine. It is primarily used for the treatment of Malaria.

The optimal dosage of C.Q. (Corona) 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of C.Q. (Corona) as well, which are listed below. These side effects of C.Q. (Corona) are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of C.Q. (Corona) is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if C.Q. (Corona) has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the C.Q. (Corona) related warnings section.

C.Q. (Corona) can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid C.Q. (Corona) in conditions like Porphyria. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the C.Q. (Corona) contraindications section.

Besides this, C.Q. (Corona) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that C.Q. (Corona) is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

C.Q. (Corona) Benefits & Uses
C.Q. (Corona) Dosage & How to Take
C.Q. (Corona) Side Effects
C.Q. (Corona) Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of C.Q. (Corona) with Other Drugs
C.Q. (Corona) Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about C.Q. (Corona)
C.Q. (Corona) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

C.Q. (Corona) Benefits & Uses

C.Q. (Corona) is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

C.Q. (Corona) 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

C.Q. (Corona) Related Warnings

Is the use of C.Q. (Corona) safe for pregnant women?

C.Q. can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of C.Q. (Corona) safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of C.Q. (Corona) on the Kidneys?

C.Q. may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of C.Q. (Corona) on the Liver?

C.Q. can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of C.Q. (Corona) on the Heart?

C.Q. can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of C.Q. (Corona) with Other Drugs

C.Q. (Corona) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Tramadol

Moderate

Ethambutol

Fluconazole

Ketoconazole

Levodopa

C.Q. (Corona) Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take C.Q. (Corona) unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Eye Disorders
Epilepsy
Psoriasis
Hearing Loss
Porphyria

Frequently asked Questions about C.Q. (Corona)

Is this C.Q. (Corona) habit forming or addictive?

C.Q. (Corona) is not addictive in nature.

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 C.Q. (Corona) can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

C.Q. (Corona) is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

C.Q. (Corona) is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

C.Q. (Corona) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and C.Q. (Corona)

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking C.Q. (Corona) together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and C.Q. (Corona)

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of C.Q. (Corona) and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about C.Q. (Corona)

Question over 5 years ago

Does C.Q. decrease blood pressure?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, C.Q. does not decrease blood pressure (hypotension). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing lightheadedness or blurry vision which are symptoms of low blood pressure after taking this drug then try to sit down and rest for a while till it subsides.

Question over 5 years ago

Can C.Q. cause headache?

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

Yes, C.Q. 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 almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue C.Q. on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 6 years ago

How does C.Q. work?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

C.Q. contains chloroquine. It has antimalarial, amebicidal, and immunosuppressant activity. It is presumed that C.Q. 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. C.Q. 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 it works in these autoimmune diseases is still unknown.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take C.Q.?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

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

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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

C.Q. Suspension

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C.Q. (Corona) Information

C.Q. (Corona) Benefits & Uses

C.Q. (Corona) Dosage & How to Take

C.Q. (Corona) Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of C.Q. (Corona) with Other Drugs

C.Q. (Corona) Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about C.Q. (Corona)

C.Q. (Corona) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about C.Q. (Corona)

Question over 5 years ago

Does C.Q. decrease blood pressure?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Question over 5 years ago

Can C.Q. cause headache?

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

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue C.Q. on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Question almost 6 years ago

How does C.Q. work?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take C.Q.?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

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