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Quinocent 600mg Tablet Substitute

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Composition:

QUININE-600MG

Uses:

Quinocent 600mg Tablet is used in the treatment of Malaria

Medicinal Benefits:

Quinocent 600mg Tablet belongs to the class of 'anti-malarial drugs' containing Quinine. It is primarily used to treat and prevent malaria and nighttime leg cramps. It treats malaria by increasing the levels of hemozoin (a toxic substance to the malarial parasite) in the blood. As a result, it kills the parasite and helps prevent the infection from spreading further.

FAQs

Quinocent 600mg Tablet is used to treat malaria.

Quinocent 600mg Tablet belongs to the class of 'anti-malarial drugs', containing Quinine, that treats malaria by increasing the levels of hemozoin (a toxic substance to the malarial parasite) in the blood. As a result, it kills the parasite and helps to stop the infection from spreading further.

If you have or have previously had Long QT syndrome, glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (G-6-PD), myasthenia gravis (a muscular problem), optic neuritis (inflammation of the nerves in your eyes), or if taking Quinocent 600mg Tablet in the past caused bleeding, you should not take it.

Quinocent 600mg Tablet can cause a lowering of blood sugar levels. So, if you are diabetic, please inform your doctor before starting Quinocent 600mg Tablet, and dose adjustment might be required depending upon your medical condition.

No, finish the prescribed course even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Quinocent 600mg Tablet may affect the heart rhythm and cause QT prolongation (heart muscle takes longer than usual to recharge between beats). This QT prolongation can cause a serious fast/irregular heartbeat. Hence it is advised to inform your doctor if you have any heart-related problems like heart failure, slow heartbeat, QT prolongation in EKG or ECG (electrocardiogram) and a family history of heart diseases.

It is advised to have regular eye checkups while using Quinocent 600mg Tablet. Consult your doctor if you face any change in vision.

Yes, Quinocent 600mg Tablet can cause dizziness as a side effect. It’s important to be cautious when taking this Quinocent 600mg Tablet, especially if you need to drive, operate machinery, or perform tasks that require alertness. If you experience excessive dizziness, it’s best to avoid such activities.

No, Quinocent 600mg Tablet should not be used to treat dengue. It is only used to treat and prevent malaria and nocturnal (night time) leg cramps. If you have any concerns, consult your doctor.

No, Quinocent 600mg Tablet is not effective for typhoid. Quinocent 600mg Tablet is an antiparasitic drug, whereas typhoid is a bacterial infection. If you have any concerns, consult your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you have any other medical conditions and about all the other medicines you are taking. Also, tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breast-feeding before starting Quinocent 600mg Tablet.

Yes, Quinocent 600mg Tablet is generally safe when used as prescribed by a doctor. However, it’s important to follow your doctor's instructions and report any side effects or concerns you may have while taking the medication.

If you forget to take a dose of Quinocent 600mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it's almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your regular dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

The time it takes for malaria symptoms to show can vary, but generally, symptoms appear 7 to 30 days after being bitten by an infected mosquito. However, in some cases, symptoms may not appear for several months after exposure. However consult your doctor if you experienced with any symptoms of malaria.

We can prevent getting malaria by applying mosquito repellent with DEET (diethyltoluamide) to exposed skin. Drape mosquito netting over beds. Put screens on windows and doors. Treat clothing, mosquito nets, tents, sleeping bags and other fabrics with an insect repellent called permethrin and wear long pants and long sleeves to cover your skin.

Quinocent 600mg Tablet should be used with caution if you have kidney disease as it can increase the risk of severe adverse effects. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking Quinocent 600mg Tablet.

No, Quinocent 600mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as it may harm your unborn baby. So consult your doctor before taking Quinocent 600mg Tablet if you are pregnant.

The common side effects of Quinocent 600mg Tablet are headache, dizziness, loss of appetite, weakness, fever, chills, tiredness, muscle/joint pain, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, cough and trouble sleeping. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.