Etfom Q: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Etfom Q Benefits & Uses

Etfom Q is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Parasitic Infections
Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Etfom Q Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 648 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 648 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Etfom Q Related Warnings

Is the use of Etfom Q safe for pregnant women?

Etfom Q can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Etfom Q safe during breastfeeding?

Etfom Q has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Etfom Q on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Etfom Q. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Etfom Q on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Etfom Q on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Etfom Q on the Heart?

Etfom Q can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Etfom Q with Other Drugs

Etfom Q should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Mefloquine

Pimozide

Quinidine

Ketoconazole

Erythromycin

Moderate

Tetracycline

Theophylline

Mild

Cimetidine

Etfom Q Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Etfom Q unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Myasthenia Gravis
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Potassium Deficiency
Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Etfom Q

Is this Etfom Q habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Etfom Q has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Etfom Q will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Etfom Q should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Etfom Q for mental disorders.

No

Etfom Q Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Etfom Q

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Etfom Q with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Etfom Q

Drinking alcohol while taking Etfom Q may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Etfom Q

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Etfom Q?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

Ideally, Etfom Q is given for short-term treatment (3 - 7days). Take Etfom Q as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Etfom Q prevent malaria?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Etfom Q is used to prevent and treat malaria caused by parasites Plasmodium species which are Plasmodium falciparum, Plasmodium malariae, Plasmodium ovale, and Plasmodium vivax. It works by interfering in the parasite's ability to break down and digest hemoglobin. Malarial parasites need hemoglobin for growth and survival. Etfom Q binds with the hemoglobin and forms a complex with it which is toxic for the parasite only. This results in starvation and death of parasites due to building up of the toxic levels.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Etfom Q cause weight loss?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

No, Etfom Q does not cause weight loss. Weight loss has not been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight loss and you are in doubt that Etfom Q is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Etfom Q without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

No, Etfom Q is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Etfom Q work?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Etfom Q contains quinine which is an alkaloid that belongs to the class of drugs known as antimalarials. It works by interfering in the parasite's ability to break down and digest hemoglobin. Malarial parasites need hemoglobin for growth and survival. Etfom Q binds with the hemoglobin and forms a complex with it which is toxic for the parasite only. This results in starvation and death of parasites due to building up of the toxic levels. For night-time leg cramps Etfom Q works by decreasing the excitability of motor endplates which is presumed to be responsible for causing leg cramps.