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Leoquin R Suspension, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Suspension. It is primarily used for the treatment of Malaria.
The right dosage of Leoquin R Suspension depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Leoquin R Suspension have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Leoquin R Suspension 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 Leoquin R Suspension is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Leoquin R Suspension has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Leoquin R Suspension related warnings section.
Leoquin R Suspension is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Porphyria as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Leoquin R Suspension have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Leoquin R Suspension with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Leoquin R Suspension is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Leoquin R Suspension 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 Leoquin R Suspension safe for pregnant women?
Leoquin R has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Leoquin R without medical advice.
Is the use of Leoquin R Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
Leoquin R 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 Leoquin R Suspension on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Leoquin R. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Leoquin R Suspension on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Leoquin R. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Leoquin R Suspension on the Heart?
Leoquin R 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.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Leoquin R Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Leoquin R Suspension habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Leoquin R Suspension has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Leoquin R Suspension, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Leoquin R Suspension can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Leoquin R Suspension is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Leoquin R Suspension is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Leoquin R Suspension
There is no information on the effects of taking Leoquin R Suspension with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Leoquin R Suspension
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Leoquin R Suspension and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes Leoquin R can be taken with aspirin. Aspirin does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Leoquin R. 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.
Yes, Leoquin R 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.
Oral tablet and suspension of Leoquin R should be taken by mouth 1 - 2 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. Ideally, Leoquin R has to be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. Precautions must be taken in patients with heart diseases.
Leoquin R 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 Leoquin R 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. Leoquin R is also used off-label for the treatment of porphyria cutanea tarda (PCT) a blood disorder that affects the skin.
Yes, long-term use of Leoquin R may cause weight loss but this occurs rarely. It is a rare side effect of Leoquin R. However, if you are experiencing unusual rapid weight loss and you are in doubt that Leoquin R is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.
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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