QUININE HYDROCHLORIDE 0ml Injection 1mlx100s

Frequently asked questions

• Onset of action

  The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.

• Duration of Effect

  The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

• Safe with Alchohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Usage in pregnancy?

  This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.

• Usage while breast-feeding?

  This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.

• Allergy

  This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to QUININE HYDROCHLORIDE 0ml Injection 1mlx100s , other related antimalarial medicines like mefloquine, quinidine, etc. or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.

• G6PD deficiency

  This medicine is not recommended for use in patients having this rare hereditary condition where the red blood cell function is abnormal.

• QUININE HYDROCHLORIDE 0ml Injection 1mlx100s associated blackwater fever

  This medicine is not recommended for use in patients having a history of blackwater fever associated with QUININE HYDROCHLORIDE 0ml Injection 1mlx100s use.

• Myasthenia gravis

  This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from myasthenia gravis (a condition where muscles tire rapidly) due to the increased risk of adverse effects.

• Optic neuritis

  This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from optic neuritis (a condition where the nerve fibers of the eye are damaged) due to the increased risk of adverse effects.

• Thrombocytopenia

  This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with low platelet count as it may lead to life-threatening adverse effects.

• Pregnancy

  This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.

• Breast-feeding

  This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.

• Heart diseases

  This medicine should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of heart function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

• Driving and operating machinery

  This medicine may cause symptoms such as spinning dizziness, blurred vision, or other visual disturbances in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during or immediately after treatment with this medicine.

• Low blood sugar

  This medicine is known to cause a fall in blood sugar levels upon consumption. Appropriate precautionary measures and a regular check are advised especially if you have diabetes.

• Liver impairment

  This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function tests, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

• Thrombocytopenia

  The use of this medicine is contraindicated in patients with low platelet count as it may lead to life-threatening adverse effects.

• Kidney impairment

  This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from kidney diseases due to increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function tests, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.

• Severe allergic reactions

  This medicine may cause severe allergic reactions in some patients. In case of any serious reactions like rashes, itching, edema, and difficulty to breathe discontinue the medicine and appropriate measures have to be taken.

This medicine should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting. Inform the doctor if you have a known history of allergy to this medicine. Report to the doctor all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions before receiving this medicine. Report any undesirable side effects to the doctor promptly.

• Usage does not depend on food timings
• To be taken as instructed by doctor
• May cause sleepiness

• medlineplus.gov - Quinine [Internet]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a682322.html [cited 12/9/2020]. 2020