Loroquin 500 Tablet Information

Loroquin 500 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Malaria are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The optimal dosage of Loroquin 500 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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 Loroquin 500 Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Loroquin 500 Tablet 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, Loroquin 500 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Loroquin 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Loroquin 500 Tablet related warnings section.

Loroquin 500 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Porphyria are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Loroquin 500 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Loroquin 500 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Loroquin 500 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Loroquin 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Loroquin 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Loroquin 500 Tablet 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: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Initial dose should be given 600 mg as a base, after 6 hours 300 mg base and for next 2 days 300 mg base OD
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Initial dose should be given 600 mg as a base, after 6 hours 300 mg base and for next 2 days 300 mg base OD
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Initial dose should be given 10 mg/kg as a base, after 6 hours 5 mg/kg base and for next 2 days 5 mg/kg base OD
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Initial dose should be given 10 mg/kg as a base, after 6 hours 5 mg/kg base and for next 2 days 5 mg/kg base OD
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Initial dose should be given 10 mg/kg as a base, after 6 hours 5 mg/kg base and for next 2 days 5 mg/kg base OD

Loroquin 500 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Loroquin 500 Tablet is used -

Loroquin 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Loroquin 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Loroquin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Loroquin 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Loroquin should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Loroquin 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Loroquin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Loroquin 500 Tablet on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Loroquin. 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Loroquin 500 Tablet on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Loroquin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Loroquin 500 Tablet with Other Drugs

Loroquin 500 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Tramadol

Moderate

Ethambutol

Fluconazole

Ketoconazole

Levodopa

Loroquin 500 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Loroquin 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Eye Disorders
Epilepsy
Psoriasis
Hearing Loss
Porphyria

Frequently asked Questions about Loroquin 500 Tablet

Is this Loroquin 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Loroquin 500 Tablet is not addictive in nature.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Loroquin 500 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Loroquin 500 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Loroquin 500 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Loroquin 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Loroquin 500 Tablet

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Loroquin 500 Tablet and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Loroquin 500 Tablet

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Loroquin 500 Tablet with alcohol will be.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

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

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