Lariquin: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lariquin Information

Lariquin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Injection, Suspension. Malaria are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The optimal dosage of Lariquin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.

Some other side effects of Lariquin have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Lariquin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Lariquin's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Lariquin related warnings talks about Lariquin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Lariquin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Porphyria as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Lariquin have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Lariquin may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Lariquin, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Lariquin Benefits & Uses
Lariquin Dosage & How to Take
Lariquin Side Effects
Lariquin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Lariquin with Other Drugs
Lariquin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Lariquin
Lariquin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Lariquin Benefits & Uses

Lariquin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Lariquin 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: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Initial dose should be given 600 mg as a base, after 6 hours 300 mg base and for next 2 days 300 mg base OD
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Initial dose should be given 600 mg as a base, after 6 hours 300 mg base and for next 2 days 300 mg base OD
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Initial dose should be given 10 mg/kg as a base, after 6 hours 5 mg/kg base and for next 2 days 5 mg/kg base OD
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Initial dose should be given 10 mg/kg as a base, after 6 hours 5 mg/kg base and for next 2 days 5 mg/kg base OD
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Initial dose should be given 10 mg/kg as a base, after 6 hours 5 mg/kg base and for next 2 days 5 mg/kg base OD

Lariquin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lariquin is used -

Lariquin Related Warnings

Is the use of Lariquin safe for pregnant women?

Lariquin should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Lariquin safe during breastfeeding?

Lariquin should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Lariquin on the Kidneys?

Lariquin 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lariquin on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Lariquin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Lariquin only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lariquin on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Lariquin. 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.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Lariquin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Tramadol

Moderate

Ethambutol

Fluconazole

Ketoconazole

Levodopa

Lariquin Contraindications

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

Eye Disorders
Epilepsy
Psoriasis
Hearing Loss
Porphyria

Frequently asked Questions about Lariquin

Is this Lariquin habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Lariquin.

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

After taking Lariquin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Lariquin should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Lariquin in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Lariquin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lariquin

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Lariquin and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Lariquin

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Lariquin.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 211