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Quinogold, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Malaria, Cerebral Malaria. Other than this, Quinogold has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Quinogold depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Quinogold can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Quinogold go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Quinogold has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Quinogold has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Quinogold related warnings section.
Quinogold is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Quinogold contraindications section.
Besides this, Quinogold may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Quinogold is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Quinogold 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Quinogold is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Quinogold safe for pregnant women?
Quinogold shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Quinogold safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Quinogold for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Quinogold on the Kidneys?
Quinogold 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 Quinogold on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Quinogold on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Quinogold on the Heart?
Quinogold 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.
Quinogold should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Quinogold unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Quinogold habit forming or addictive?
Quinogold is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Quinogold since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Quinogold only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Quinogold in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Quinogold
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Quinogold and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Quinogold
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Quinogold at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Yes, Quinogold is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects have been observed at the therapeutic dose such as a headache, nausea, and vomiting. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above side effects.
Yes, Quinogold can be taken with paracetamol. No interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Quinogold along with paracetamol if it does not exceed recommended doses.
Rarely, Quinogold causes nausea and vomiting. It is a known side effect of this drug. For relief from nausea and vomiting try to take lime water, avoid eating spicy food even if it persists or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor.
Quinogold contains quinine which is an alkaloid that belongs to the class of drugs known as antimalarials. It works by interfering in the parasite's ability to break down and digest hemoglobin. Malarial parasites need hemoglobin for growth and survival. Quinogold binds with the hemoglobin and forms a complex with it which is toxic for the parasite only. This results in starvation and death of parasites due to building up of the toxic levels. For night-time leg cramps Quinogold works by decreasing the excitability of motor endplates which is presumed to be responsible for causing leg cramps.
No, Quinogold 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.
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