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Lariquin Suspension is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension. Malaria are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The correct dosage of Lariquin Suspension depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lariquin Suspension can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lariquin Suspension are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lariquin Suspension is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Lariquin Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Lariquin Suspension is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Porphyria are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Lariquin Suspension are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Lariquin Suspension have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lariquin Suspension is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Lariquin Suspension 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lariquin Suspension is used -
Is the use of Lariquin Suspension 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.
Is the use of Lariquin Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
Lariquin 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 Lariquin Suspension 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.
What is the effect of Lariquin Suspension 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.
What is the effect of Lariquin Suspension 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.
Lariquin Suspension 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 Lariquin Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lariquin Suspension habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Lariquin Suspension.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Lariquin Suspension you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Lariquin Suspension should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Lariquin Suspension in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Lariquin Suspension
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Lariquin Suspension and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lariquin Suspension
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Lariquin Suspension.
No, Lariquin should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Lariquin 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.
Yes, Lariquin 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, Lariquin is used to prevent and treat malaria caused by parasites (Plasmodium species). Lariquin works by increasing pH in the acid vesicles of parasite which interferes in the parasite's ability to break down and digest hemoglobin. Malarial parasites need hemoglobin for growth and survival, this results in starvation and death of parasites. Hence in this way, it prevents us from malaria.
Yes, Lariquin 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. Lariquin 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 Lariquin works in these autoimmune diseases is still unknown.
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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
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 211