Malino Information

Malino, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Malaria.

The correct dosage of Malino depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Malino side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Malino are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Malino is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Malino related warnings talks about Malino's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other contraindications of Malino have been discussed in the sections ahead.

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

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

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

Malino Benefits & Uses

Malino is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Malino 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: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 80 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: day first take 80 mg twice daily, rest day take once daily
Geriatric	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 80 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: day first take 80 mg twice daily, rest day, take once daily
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.6 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: day first take 1.6 mg/kg twice daily, rest day take once daily
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: day first take twice daily, rest day take, once daily
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: day first take twice daily, rest day take, once daily

Malino Related Warnings

Is the use of Malino safe for pregnant women?

Malino can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Malino right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Malino safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Malino as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Malino on the Kidneys?

Malino rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Malino on the Liver?

Malino may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Malino on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Malino on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Malino with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Malino Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Malino

Is this Malino habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Malino is addictive.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Malino can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Malino is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Malino is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Malino Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Malino

Taking Malino with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Malino

Consuming Malino with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 829,830

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