<p>Leoquin EC 500 mg Tablet is used to treat various infections and autoimmune conditions. The detailed uses of Leoquin EC 500 mg Tablet are as follows:&lt;br/&gt; • Treatment of Malaria: Leoquin EC 500 mg Tablet is commonly used to prevent and treat malaria caused by Plasmodium parasites sensitive to this drug.&lt;br/&gt; • Manages Intestinal Amoebiasis: It is used as an adjunct therapy in the treatment of intestinal amoebiasis to help clear the infection.&lt;br/&gt; • Relieves Rheumatoid Arthritis Symptoms: Leoquin EC 500 mg Tablet helps reduce joint pain, swelling, and stiffness in individuals with rheumatoid arthritis.&lt;br/&gt; • Treatment of Lupus: It is effective in managing systemic and discoid lupus erythematosus by controlling inflammation and autoimmune activity.&lt;br/&gt; • Used in Sarcoidosis: Leoquin EC 500 mg Tablet may be used to treat sarcoidosis by reducing inflammation in affected organs.&lt;br/&gt; • Manages Porphyria Cutanea Tarda: It is also used in the treatment of porphyria cutanea tarda, a disorder that affects the skin and liver.&lt;br/&gt;</p>

Medicinal Benefits:

Leoquin EC 500 mg Tablet belongs to the class of medications called 'quinolines', primarily used to treat malaria. It is occasionally used to reduce the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and to treat conditions such as systemic and discoid lupus erythematosus, sarcoidosis, and porphyria cutanea tarda. Leoquin EC 500 mg Tablet targets malaria parasites inside red blood cells and disrupts their process of breaking down haemoglobin. This leads to the accumulation of toxic substances, which destroy the parasites and clear the infection.

FAQs

What is the use of Leoquin EC 500 mg Tablet ?

Leoquin EC 500 mg Tablet is used to treat malaria. It is occasionally used to reduce the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and to treat conditions such as systemic and discoid lupus erythematosus, sarcoidosis, and porphyria cutanea tarda.

How does Leoquin EC 500 mg Tablet work?

Leoquin EC 500 mg Tablet contains chloroquine. Leoquin EC 500 mg Tablet targets malaria parasites inside red blood cells and disrupts their process of breaking down haemoglobin. This leads to the accumulation of toxic substances, which destroy the parasites and clear the infection.

Can I take Leoquin EC 500 mg Tablet along with antibiotic?

Leoquin EC 500 mg Tablet can be taken with antibiotics only if prescribed by the doctor. If you are taking ampicillin, ensure that you take it at least 2 hours before or 2 hours after taking Leoquin EC 500 mg Tablet .

Does Leoquin EC 500 mg Tablet cause insomnia or sleep cycle disturbance?

No such effect has been reported yet. Always consult your doctor for the change of dose regimen or an alternative medicine if needed.

Can Leoquin EC 500 mg Tablet be harmful if taken for long courses?

No such harmful interaction has been reported in patients who take this drug under strict doctors' surveillance. However, some patients may experience eye (retinal) damage, which can cause a pounding heart. Therefore, patients taking Leoquin EC 500 mg Tablet are advised to consult a doctor and have regular check-ups periodically.

Is Leoquin EC 500 mg Tablet safe in G6PD deficiency?

There may be a risk of hemolysis in patients with G6PD deficiency while using Leoquin EC 500 mg Tablet . Doctor's consultation is mandatory before you start this medication.

What are the side effects of Leoquin EC 500 mg Tablet ?

The common side effects of Leoquin EC 500 mg Tablet include vomiting, nausea, hair loss, stomach pain, stomach upset, loss of appetite, diarrhoea and itchy skin. Most of these side effects are temporary and gradually resolve over time. However, please consult the doctor if any of these symptoms persist or worsen.