Cartiquin 400 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cartiquin 400 Tablet Information

Cartiquin 400 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Malaria are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Cartiquin 400 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Cartiquin 400 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Cartiquin 400 Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Cartiquin 400 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Cartiquin 400 Tablet's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cartiquin 400 Tablet related warnings talks about Cartiquin 400 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Cartiquin 400 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cartiquin 400 Tablet in conditions like Porphyria. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cartiquin 400 Tablet contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Cartiquin 400 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cartiquin 400 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Cartiquin 400 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Cartiquin 400 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cartiquin 400 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: Lupus Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 6.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 days Special Instructions: This dose for Acute attack, first dose take 13 mg/kg
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: 4 days Special Instructions: This dose for Acute attack, first dose take 13 mg/kg
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: 4 days Special Instructions: This dose for Acute attack, first dose take 13 mg/kg

Cartiquin 400 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Cartiquin 400 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Cartiquin rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild

Mild
Is the use of Cartiquin 400 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Cartiquin may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Cartiquin, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Cartiquin.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cartiquin 400 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Cartiquin rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cartiquin 400 Tablet on the Liver?

Cartiquin can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cartiquin 400 Tablet on the Heart?

Cartiquin has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Cartiquin 400 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cartiquin 400 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Liver Disease
Anemia
Porphyria
Heart Disease
Psoriasis

Frequently asked Questions about Cartiquin 400 Tablet

Is this Cartiquin 400 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Cartiquin 400 Tablet is not addictive in nature.

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

Cartiquin 400 Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Cartiquin 400 Tablet only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Cartiquin 400 Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Cartiquin 400 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cartiquin 400 Tablet

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Cartiquin 400 Tablet together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Cartiquin 400 Tablet

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cartiquin 400 Tablet with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cartiquin 400 Tablet

Question over 4 years ago

Is Cartiquin an antibiotic?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

No, Cartiquin is not an antibiotic. It belongs to the class of drugs known as antimalarials and disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). It is effective against parasites such as Plasmodium falciparum, Plasmodium malariae, Plasmodium ovale, and Plasmodium vivax.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Cartiquin safe to use?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Yes, Cartiquin is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects have been observed at a regular dose such as a headache, nausea, and vomiting. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above side effects.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Cartiquin cause low blood pressure?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Cartiquin does not cause low blood pressure (hypotension). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this medicine. It is not a known side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing lightheadedness or blurry vision (symptoms of low blood pressure) after taking this drug then try to sit down and rest for a while till it subsides.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Cartiquin work?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Cartiquin contains hydroxychloroquine. It has antimalarial and immunosuppressant properties. It is presumed that Cartiquin works by increasing pH in the acid vesicles of parasite which interferes in the parasite's ability to break down and digest hemoglobin. Malarial parasites need hemoglobin for growth and survival. This results in starvation and death of parasites. Cartiquin works in rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) by suppressing the immune system which provides relief to the patient from pain and inflammation. However, the exact mechanism how Cartiquin works in autoimmune diseases is still unknown.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Cartiquin prevent malaria?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cartiquin is used to prevent and treat malaria caused by parasites Plasmodium species which are Plasmodium falciparum, Plasmodium malariae, Plasmodium ovale, and Plasmodium vivax. It is presumed that Cartiquin works by increasing pH in the acid vesicles of parasite which interferes in the parasite's ability to break down and digest hemoglobin. Malarial parasites need hemoglobin for growth and survival. This results in starvation and death of parasites.