PROQUINE
CHLOROQUINE PHOSPHATE 40mg/ml
40 mg/ml of PROQUINE The class of “anti-malarial drugs” that includes injections is mostly used to treat and prevent malaria. Additionally, extraintestinal amebiasis and amoebiasis may be treated with it. A plasmodium parasite that causes malaria is spread through the bite of an infected Anopheles mosquito. When a healthy individual is bitten by an infected mosquito, the “Plasmodium parasite” enters the bloodstream and damages the liver and red blood cells. Entamoeba histolytica is the parasite that causes extraintestinal amebiasis, a parasitic infection that primarily affects the liver.
40 mg/ml of PROQUINE CHLOROQUINE PHOSPHATE 40 mg/ml is present in the injection. It kills the parasite by raising its concentration of a poisonous substance. Additionally, it possesses amoebicidal properties, eliminating the parasitic amoebas that cause amoebiasis. As a result, it addresses extraintestinal amebiasis and malaria.
Uses of PROQUINE 40mg/ml Injection
It is specialised to treat parasitic infections and other uses, be as:
- It is used to treat malaria, which is caused by Plasmodium parasites.
- It is also used for the management of extraintestinal Amebiasis.
- It is used to treat autoimmune diseases such as arthritis and lupus.
How to use PROQUINE 40mg/ml Injection?
This is administered by your healthcare professional, so do not self-administer it. Make sure to follow your healthcare professional’s instructions on dosage and timing for safe and effective use.
Side effects
Most of the side effects do not require any medical assistance because they will go away with time as your body adjusts to the medicine, but if you experience any side effects for prolonged consult with your healthcare provider. Some of the side effects are:
- Rash
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Urticaria
- Nausea
- Change in mood
- Bleeding gums
- Black or tarry stools
How does PROQUINE 40mg/ml Injection work?
This works by increasing the concentration of a toxic compound in the parasite, which leads to death, and also contains amoebicidal action, destroying the parasitic amoebas that cause amoebiasis.
Storage
Keep in cool temperature, do not freeze, and away from direct sunlight
What happens if I take an overdose of PROQUINE 40mg/ml Injection?
It is not possible because it is administered by a healthcare professional, so chances are very low; still, if you experience any side effects, you can consult with a doctor.
Interactions
Interaction with Drugs
If you take any medication, make sure to consult with your healthcare provider so your healthcare professional can change the timing of medicines.
Interaction with Disease
- Patient with liver or kidney problems,
- Heart diseases, diabetes, deficiency, electrolyte imbalance, and psoriasis
- Patient with hearing problems, vision-related issues, and a damaged retina.
Interaction with Food
No Interaction
Interaction with Beverages
Avoid alcohol to further damage your liver
For Pregnant Women
Make sure to consult with your healthcare professional if you are pregnant or planning to conceive, then your doctor will prescribe PROQUINE 40mg/ml Injection.
For Breastfeeding
Take caution because it may transfer to the mother’s milk and can be transferred to the infant.
Lifestyle:
- Eat nutritious food, which includes fresh fruits and vegetables, which helps in recovering from malaria fever.
- Consume high-fibre foods
- Take proper rest to help your body heal faster
- Wash your hands frequently to prevent infection
- Stay away from patients who are infected with amebiasis.
Habit forming
No
Class of Drug
Anti-Malarials
FAQs
What is the use of PROQUINE 40mg/ml Injection?
It is used to treat parasites in the body that cause malaria and amoebiasis.
Does PROQUINE 40mg/ml Injection cause heart problems?
It can cause serious heart-related side effects like arrhythmias and cardiomyopathy, that why it is used under close medical supervision.
Where to store PROQUINE 40mg/ml Injection?
Keep in cool temperature and don’t freeze.
After taking it once, do you get addicted to PROQUINE 40mg/ml Injection?
No PROQUINE 40mg/ml Injection is used to treat malaria and amoebiasis under medical supervision, so it doesn’t cause addiction.
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