Plasmoquin 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 Plasmoquin is used -
Is the use of Plasmoquin safe for pregnant women?
Plasmoquin shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Plasmoquin safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Plasmoquin. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Plasmoquin on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Plasmoquin. 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 Plasmoquin on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Plasmoquin. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Plasmoquin on the Heart?
Plasmoquin 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.
Plasmoquin 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 Plasmoquin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Plasmoquin habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Plasmoquin is addictive.
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 Plasmoquin can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Plasmoquin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Plasmoquin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Plasmoquin
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Plasmoquin together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Plasmoquin
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Plasmoquin with alcohol.
Take Plasmoquin as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Rarely, Plasmoquin causes hair loss (alopecia). This problem goes away after discontinuation of this drug. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with the doctor for best possible treatment to hair loss.
No, Plasmoquin is not an antibiotic. It belongs to the class of drugs known as antimalarials and disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). It is effective against parasites such as Plasmodium falciparum, Plasmodium malariae, Plasmodium ovale, and Plasmodium vivax.
Yes, Plasmoquin may cause anemia as well as thrombocytopenia (low platelet count) but it occurs in a few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing tiredness or shortness of breath or bleeding then discuss with your doctor without further delay.
Yes, Plasmoquin 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.
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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