Quinowin 250 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Malaria.
The right dosage of Quinowin 250 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Quinowin 250 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Quinowin 250 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Quinowin 250 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Quinowin 250 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Quinowin 250 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Porphyria as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Quinowin 250 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Quinowin 250 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Quinowin 250 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Quinowin 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 Quinowin 250 Tablet is used -
Is the use of Quinowin 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Quinowin has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Quinowin without medical advice.
Is the use of Quinowin 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Quinowin. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Quinowin 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Quinowin may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Quinowin 250 Tablet on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Quinowin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Quinowin only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Quinowin 250 Tablet on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Quinowin. 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.
Quinowin 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 Quinowin 250 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Quinowin 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Quinowin 250 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Quinowin 250 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Quinowin 250 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Quinowin 250 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Quinowin 250 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Quinowin 250 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Quinowin 250 Tablet
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Quinowin 250 Tablet with alcohol.
Quinowin is a brand name of chloroquine and it comes in the form of a tablet, capsule, injection, and oral suspension. It belongs to the class of drugs known as antimalarials which have amebicidal activity. It is a prescription drug that is used in the treatment of malaria which is a vector-borne infectious disease caused by parasites Plasmodium species. These are Plasmodium falciparum, Plasmodium malariae, Plasmodium ovale, and Plasmodium vivax. Apart from this Quinowin is also used in the treatment of extraintestinal amebiasis which is the protozoal infection caused by parasite Entamoeba histolytica. It is also used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) both are autoimmune diseases which causes inflammation and pain. Quinowin is also used off-label for the treatment of porphyria cutanea tarda (PCT) a blood disorder that affects the skin.
Yes Quinowin can be taken with paracetamol. Paracetamol does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Quinowin. 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 Quinowin may cause weight loss but this occurs rarely. It is a rare side effect of Quinowin. However, if you are experiencing unusual rapid weight loss and you are in doubt that Quinowin is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.
Yes, Quinowin 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.
Yes, Quinowin 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 a regular 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.
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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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