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Lincoquine is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Malaria.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lincoquine. 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 Lincoquine as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lincoquine are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Lincoquine's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Lincoquine has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lincoquine related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Porphyria must refrain from the use of Lincoquine since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Lincoquine have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Lincoquine may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Lincoquine, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Lincoquine 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 Lincoquine is used -
Is the use of Lincoquine safe for pregnant women?
Lincoquine shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Lincoquine safe during breastfeeding?
Lincoquine 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 Lincoquine on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Lincoquine. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Lincoquine on the Liver?
Lincoquine can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Lincoquine on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Lincoquine. 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.
Lincoquine 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 Lincoquine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lincoquine habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Lincoquine has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Lincoquine as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Lincoquine should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Lincoquine in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Lincoquine
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Lincoquine with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lincoquine
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Lincoquine with alcohol will be.
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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