Zy Q 200 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Malaria. Secondary and off-label uses of Zy Q 200 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zy Q 200 Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Zy Q 200 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Zy Q 200 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zy Q 200 Tablet is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Zy Q 200 Tablet related warnings talks about Zy Q 200 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Zy Q 200 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Porphyria as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zy Q 200 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Zy Q 200 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 Zy Q 200 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Zy Q 200 Tablet 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zy Q 200 Tablet is used -
Severe
Is the use of Zy Q 200 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Zy Q rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Zy Q 200 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Zy Q may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Zy Q, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Zy Q.
What is the effect of Zy Q 200 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Zy Q rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zy Q 200 Tablet on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Zy Q. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Zy Q only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Zy Q 200 Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Zy Q on the heart have been reported.
Zy Q 200 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zy Q 200 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zy Q 200 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Zy Q 200 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Zy Q 200 Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Zy Q 200 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Zy Q 200 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zy Q 200 Tablet
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Zy Q 200 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zy Q 200 Tablet
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Zy Q 200 Tablet with alcohol.
No, Zy Q is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
No, Zy Q 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.
Yes, Zy Q is used to prevent and treat malaria caused by parasites Plasmodium species which are Plasmodium falciparum, Plasmodium malariae, Plasmodium ovale, and Plasmodium vivax. It is presumed that Zy 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.
Zy Q contains hydroxychloroquine. It has antimalarial and immunosuppressant properties. It is presumed that Zy 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. Zy 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 Zy Q works in autoimmune diseases is still unknown.
Rarely, Zy Q causes. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest. Even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss it with your doctor.
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