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Swiquin is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Malaria, Cerebral Malaria. The alternative uses of Swiquin have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Swiquin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Swiquin have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Swiquin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Swiquin's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Swiquin related warnings talks about Swiquin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Swiquin is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Swiquin have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Swiquin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Swiquin, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Swiquin 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 Swiquin is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Swiquin safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Swiquin. If you are pregnant, do not take Swiquin without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Swiquin safe during breastfeeding?
Swiquin has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Swiquin on the Kidneys?
Swiquin can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Swiquin on the Liver?
Swiquin has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Swiquin on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Swiquin. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Swiquin 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 Swiquin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Swiquin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Swiquin.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Swiquin since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Swiquin only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Swiquin is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Swiquin
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Swiquin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Swiquin
Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.
Yes, Swiquin can be taken with paracetamol. No interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Swiquin along with paracetamol if it does not exceed recommended doses.
No, Swiquin does not cause weight loss. Weight loss has not been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight loss and you are in doubt that Swiquin is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.
Rarely, Swiquin causes microangiopathic hemolytic anemia as well as thrombocytopenia (low platelet count). It is a known side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing tiredness or shortness of breath or bleeding then discuss it with your doctor without further delay.
No, Swiquin 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.
Yes, Swiquin 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.
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