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Cinkona, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Suspension, Injection. Malaria, Cerebral Malaria are some of its major therapeutic uses. Cinkona also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Cinkona 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Cinkona have been listed ahead. These side effects of Cinkona are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cinkona is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Cinkona has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cinkona related warnings section.
Cinkona can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cinkona in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Drug Allergy. Other contraindications of Cinkona have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Cinkona may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cinkona is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Cinkona 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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Is the use of Cinkona safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Cinkona. If you are pregnant, do not take Cinkona without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Cinkona safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Cinkona for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Cinkona on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Cinkona. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Cinkona on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Cinkona on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Cinkona on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Cinkona. 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.
Cinkona 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 Cinkona unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cinkona habit forming or addictive?
Cinkona is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Cinkona as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cinkona only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cinkona cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Cinkona
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Cinkona together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cinkona
Taking Cinkona and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
Yes, Cinkona is used to prevent and treat malaria caused by parasites Plasmodium species which are Plasmodium falciparum, Plasmodium malariae, Plasmodium ovale, and Plasmodium vivax. It works by interfering in the parasite's ability to break down and digest hemoglobin. Malarial parasites need hemoglobin for growth and survival. Cinkona binds with the hemoglobin and forms a complex with it which is toxic for the parasite only. This results in starvation and death of parasites due to building up of the toxic levels.
Yes, Cinkona can be taken with paracetamol. No interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Cinkona along with paracetamol if it does not exceed recommended doses.
Rarely, Cinkona causes a headache. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balms and complete rest. Even if the pain does not subside then discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Cinkona 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.
Yes, Cinkona causes low blood pressure (hypotension). It is a known side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing lightheadedness or blurry vision which are symptoms of low blood pressure after taking this drug then try to sit down and rest for a while till it subsides.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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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