Emquin DS Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Malaria.
The optimal dosage of Emquin DS Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Emquin DS Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Emquin DS Tablet 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 Emquin DS Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Emquin DS Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Emquin DS Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Porphyria as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Emquin DS Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Emquin DS 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 Emquin DS Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Emquin DS 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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| Geriatric |
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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 Emquin DS Tablet is used -
Is the use of Emquin DS Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Emquin has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Emquin without medical advice.
Is the use of Emquin DS Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Emquin 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 Emquin DS Tablet on the Kidneys?
Emquin 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 Emquin DS Tablet on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Emquin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Emquin DS Tablet on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Emquin. 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.
Emquin DS Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Emquin DS Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Emquin DS Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Emquin DS Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Emquin DS Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Emquin DS Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Emquin DS Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Emquin DS Tablet
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Emquin DS Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Emquin DS Tablet
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Emquin DS Tablet with alcohol.
Yes, Emquin can cause fatigue, this occurs in a few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of fatigue is unknown. If you experience tiredness after taking this drug, then try to take some rest even after that if you feel excessive tiredness then do discuss with your doctor.
Yes, long-term use of Emquin may cause weight loss but this occurs rarely. It is a rare side effect of Emquin. However, if you are experiencing unusual rapid weight loss and you are in doubt that Emquin is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.
Yes, Emquin is used to prevent and treat malaria caused by parasites (Plasmodium species). Emquin 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. Hence in this way, it prevents us from malaria.
Rarely, Emquin causes hair loss (alopecia). This problem goes away after discontinuation of this drug. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with the doctor for best possible treatment to hair loss.
No, Emquin 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.
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