Sequin 500 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Malaria.
The correct dosage of Sequin 500 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Sequin 500 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Sequin 500 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Sequin 500 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Sequin 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Sequin 500 Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Porphyria must refrain from the use of Sequin 500 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Sequin 500 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Sequin 500 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Sequin 500 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Sequin 500 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 Sequin 500 Tablet is used -
Is the use of Sequin 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Sequin shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Sequin 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Sequin 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 Sequin 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Sequin 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 Sequin 500 Tablet on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Sequin. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Sequin 500 Tablet on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Sequin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Sequin 500 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 Sequin 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sequin 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Sequin 500 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Sequin 500 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Sequin 500 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Sequin 500 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Sequin 500 Tablet
There is no information on the effects of taking Sequin 500 Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sequin 500 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Sequin 500 Tablet with alcohol will be.
Yes, Sequin 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.
Take Sequin as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Yes, Sequin can be taken with diclofenac. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Sequin 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.
No, Sequin 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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