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Q Cure is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Malaria, Cerebral Malaria are some of its major therapeutic uses. Q Cure also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Q Cure depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Q Cure have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Q Cure 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, Q Cure's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Q Cure has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Q Cure related warnings section.
Q Cure can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Q Cure in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Drug Allergy. The section on Q Cure contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Q Cure may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Q Cure, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Q Cure is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Q Cure is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Q Cure safe for pregnant women?
Q Cure has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Q Cure without medical advice.
Is the use of Q Cure safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Q Cure for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Q Cure on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Q Cure. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Q Cure on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Q Cure on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Q Cure on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Q Cure. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Q Cure should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Q Cure unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Q Cure habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Q Cure is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Q Cure as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Q Cure only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Q Cure is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Q Cure
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Q Cure together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Q Cure
Drinking alcohol while taking Q Cure may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Yes, Q Cure is used in the treatment of night-leg cramps but some night leg side effects have been associated with its use in night-leg cramps and the evidence suggests debatable results. Your doctor may compare risk to benefit ratio, if the benefit outweighs the risk then he might prescribe you this drug for night leg cramps.
Rarely, Q Cure causes nausea and vomiting. It is a known side effect of this drug. For relief from nausea and vomiting try to take lime water, avoid eating spicy food even if it persists or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor.
Yes, Q Cure has been reported to cause diarrhoea and it is a common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
No, Q Cure is not an antibiotic. It is an alkaloid which belongs to the class of drugs known as antimalarials. It is effective against parasites such as Plasmodium falciparum, Plasmodium malariae, Plasmodium ovale, Plasmodium vivax, and parasite belonging to genus Babesia.
No, Q Cure is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Qualaquin (quinine sulfate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 825-826