Quinine Dihydrochloride Injection 2ml
 
MANUFACTURER/ MARKETER
Vulcan Laboratories Pvt Ltd.
 
SALT COMPOSITION
Quinine Dihydrochloride 300mg/ml Inj. I.P.
 
STORAGE
Store below 30°C

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Quinine Dihydrochloride 300mg Injection is an antiparasitic medicine, used for the treatment of malaria. It may also be used to treat and prevent nighttime leg cramps. It works by killing the malaria-causing parasite and stops the infection from spreading.

Quinine Dihydrochloride 300mg Injection is administered as an injection by a healthcare professional. Kindly do not self-administer. Take measures to reduce the chance of being bitten by mosquitoes like using insect repellent creams on parts of your body, not covered by clothing. Spray mosquito repellent to kill any mosquitoes that may have entered rooms despite screening. Wear light-colored and covered clothing when you are outside after sunset.

Some people may experience vomiting, deafness, headache, and dizziness as side effects of this medicine. You may also notice some injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness. Please consult your doctor if these side effects do not resolve or persist for a longer duration.

Inform your doctor if you have diabetes as it can lower the sugar levels in the blood. If you are diabetic, you should monitor your blood sugar regularly. It may cause blurring of vision. Therefore, regular eye examinations are recommended while on treatment with this medicine. When used long-term, your doctor may monitor the amounts of the different types of blood cells in your blood regularly. Inform your doctor if you have unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, fever, or a general feeling of tiredness.

BENEFITS OF QUININE DIHYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION

In Malaria

Quinine Dihydrochloride 300mg Injection is an antimalarial medicine and is used alone or with other medications to treat malaria (a serious or life-threatening illness that is spread by a parasite that enters the human body by the bite of infected mosquitoes). However, this medicine should not be used to prevent malaria or to treat severe cases of malaria. This medicine is given by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Refrain from taking any other medicines or antacids along with this medicine (unless advised by the doctor) as they may affect the absorption of this medicine. Do not use this medicine for treating any other condition without consulting your doctor.

SIDE EFFECTS OF QUININE DIHYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Quinine Dihydrochloride

·         Vomiting

·         Deafness

·         Headache

·         Dizziness

·         Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

HOW TO USE QUININE DIHYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

HOW QUININE DIHYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION WORKS

Quinine Dihydrochloride 300mg Injection is an antiparasitic medication which treats malaria. It works by increasing the levels of haeme in the blood, a substance toxic to the malarial parasite. This kills the parasite and stops the infection from spreading.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Quinine Dihydrochloride 300mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Quinine Dihydrochloride 300mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Quinine Dihydrochloride 300mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Quinine Dihydrochloride 300mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Quinine Dihydrochloride 300mg Injection may affect your vision and cause vertigo (dizziness or spinning sensation) which may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Quinine Dihydrochloride 300mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Quinine Dihydrochloride 300mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Quinine Dihydrochloride 300mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Quinine Dihydrochloride 300mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.