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Nivaquine P Tablet Benefits & Uses

Nivaquine P Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Nivaquine P 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

Nivaquine P Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Nivaquine P Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Nivaquine P shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Nivaquine P Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Nivaquine P may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Nivaquine P should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Nivaquine P Tablet on the Kidneys?

Nivaquine P 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 Nivaquine P Tablet on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Nivaquine P Tablet on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Nivaquine P. 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 Nivaquine P Tablet with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Tramadol

Moderate

Ethambutol

Fluconazole

Ketoconazole

Levodopa

Nivaquine P Tablet Contraindications

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

Eye Disorders
Epilepsy
Psoriasis
Hearing Loss
Porphyria

Frequently asked Questions about Nivaquine P Tablet

Is this Nivaquine P Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Nivaquine P Tablet.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Nivaquine P Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Nivaquine P Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Nivaquine P Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Nivaquine P Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nivaquine P Tablet

There is no information on the effects of taking Nivaquine P Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Nivaquine P Tablet

Information about the interaction of Nivaquine P Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Nivaquine P Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Nivaquine P?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

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

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Nivaquine P?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Take Nivaquine P as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Nivaquine P cause tinnitus?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Yes, Nivaquine P has been reported to cause tinnitus (ringing in the ears) and also hearing loss which is reversible and goes away after discontinuation of this drug. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience ringing in the ears after taking this medicine, then inform your doctor about without any further delay.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Nivaquine P with aspirin?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Yes Nivaquine P can be taken with aspirin. Aspirin does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Nivaquine P. 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Nivaquine P on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

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

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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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Nivaquine P Tablet Benefits & Uses

Nivaquine P Tablet Dosage & How to Take

Nivaquine P Tablet Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of Nivaquine P Tablet with Other Drugs

Nivaquine P Tablet Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Nivaquine P Tablet

Nivaquine P Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Nivaquine P Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Nivaquine P?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Nivaquine P?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Question over 5 years ago

Does Nivaquine P cause tinnitus?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Nivaquine P with aspirin?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Nivaquine P on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

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