Resochin 500 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Resochin 500 Mg Tablet Information

Resochin 500 Mg Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Malaria.

The right dosage of Resochin 500 Mg Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

While these are the most often observed Resochin 500 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Resochin 500 Mg Tablet 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.

It is also important to note that Resochin 500 Mg Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Resochin 500 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Resochin 500 Mg Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Porphyria as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Resochin 500 Mg Tablet contraindications section.

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

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

Resochin Benefits & Uses
Resochin Dosage & How to Take
Resochin Side Effects
Resochin Related Warnings
Resochin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Resochin
Resochin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Resochin 500 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Resochin 500 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Resochin 500 Mg 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: Malaria 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: Malaria 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: Malaria 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: Malaria 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: Malaria 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

Resochin 500 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Resochin 500 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Resochin. If you are pregnant, do not take Resochin without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Resochin 500 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Resochin may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Resochin should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Resochin 500 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Resochin. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Resochin 500 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

Resochin may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Resochin 500 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

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

Moderate

Resochin 500 Mg Tablet Contraindications

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

Eye Disorders
Epilepsy
Psoriasis
Hearing Loss
Porphyria

Frequently asked Questions about Resochin 500 Mg Tablet

Is this Resochin 500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Resochin 500 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Resochin 500 Mg Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Resochin 500 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.

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

No, Resochin 500 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Resochin 500 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Resochin 500 Mg Tablet

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Resochin 500 Mg Tablet together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Resochin 500 Mg Tablet

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Resochin 500 Mg Tablet with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Resochin 500 Mg Tablet

Question about 4 years ago

Can I take Resochin with paracetamol?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes Resochin can be taken with paracetamol. Paracetamol does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Resochin. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question about 4 years ago

Can I take Resochin with diclofenac?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Resochin can be taken with diclofenac. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Resochin without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, Resochin is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can cause unpleasant side effects if taken without a doctor's recommendation. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Resochin decrease blood pressure?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Resochin does not decrease blood pressure (hypotension). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this medicine. 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Resochin cause tinnitus?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Yes, Resochin has been reported to cause tinnitus (ringing in the ears) and also hearing loss which is reversible and goes away after discontinuation of this drug. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience ringing in the ears after taking this medicine, then inform your doctor about without any further delay.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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

Resochin 500 Mg Tablet

Resochin 500 Mg Tablet Information

Resochin 500 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Resochin 500 Mg Tablet Dosage & How to Take

Resochin 500 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Resochin 500 Mg Tablet Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Resochin 500 Mg Tablet

Resochin 500 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Resochin 500 Mg Tablet

Question about 4 years ago

Can I take Resochin with paracetamol?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Question about 4 years ago

Can I take Resochin with diclofenac?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Resochin without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Resochin decrease blood pressure?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Question over 4 years ago

Does Resochin cause tinnitus?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

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