Bitaquine 250 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Malaria.
The right dosage of Bitaquine 250 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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 Bitaquine 250 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Bitaquine 250 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Bitaquine 250 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Bitaquine 250 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Bitaquine 250 Tablet related warnings section.
Bitaquine 250 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Porphyria are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Bitaquine 250 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Bitaquine 250 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Bitaquine 250 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Bitaquine 250 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 Bitaquine 250 Tablet is used -
Is the use of Bitaquine 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Bitaquine can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Bitaquine 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Bitaquine 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 Bitaquine 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Bitaquine 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 Bitaquine 250 Tablet on the Liver?
Bitaquine may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Bitaquine 250 Tablet on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Bitaquine. 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.
Bitaquine 250 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 Bitaquine 250 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bitaquine 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Bitaquine 250 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Bitaquine 250 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Bitaquine 250 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Bitaquine 250 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Bitaquine 250 Tablet
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Bitaquine 250 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bitaquine 250 Tablet
Information about the interaction of Bitaquine 250 Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Oral tablet and suspension of Bitaquine should be taken by mouth 1 - 2 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. Ideally, Bitaquine has to be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. Precautions must be taken in patients with heart diseases.
Yes, Bitaquine is helpful in lupus or systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). It is used in the treatment of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) as well as rheumatoid arthritis. Bitaquine works in rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) by suppressing the immune system which provides relief to the patient from pain and inflammation. However, the exact mechanism how Bitaquine works in these autoimmune diseases is still unknown.
Yes Bitaquine can be taken with paracetamol. Paracetamol does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Bitaquine. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, long-term use of Bitaquine may cause weight loss but this occurs rarely. It is a rare side effect of Bitaquine. However, if you are experiencing unusual rapid weight loss and you are in doubt that Bitaquine is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.
No, Bitaquine should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
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
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