Amloquin DS 250mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Chloroquine (250mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Micro Labs Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Amloquin DS 250mg Tablet is an antiparasitic medicine used for the prevention and treatment of malaria. It works by killing the malaria-causing parasite and stops the infection from spreading. Amloquin DS 250mg Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it with food to decrease the risk of stomach upset. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early can result in treatment failure and increase the side effects too. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned. 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 in spite of screening. Wear light-colored and covered clothing when you are outside after sunset. Some people may experience rash, headache, dizziness, and vomiting as side effects of this medicine. It may also cause stomach pain, diarrhea, loss of appetite, and nausea. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration.
Amloquin DS 250mg Tablet is an antiparasitic medication that 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.
What is Amloquin DS 250mg Tablet and what is it used for?
Amloquin DS 250mg Tablet is an antimalarial medication prescribed to treat and prevent malaria.
How long does it take for malaria symptoms to show?
Symptoms of malaria can develop as quickly as seven days after being bitten by an infected mosquito. Typically, symptoms may appear within seven to eighteen days after the infection (incubation period). Initial malaria symptoms include flu-like feelings such as chills, fever, muscle pains, vomiting, headaches, and diarrhea.
Is it safe to use Amloquin DS 250mg Tablet for a long period of time?
If your doctor has prescribed you Amloquin DS 250mg Tablet for a longer period, regular eye checkups are necessary. This is because chloroquine (the medication's active ingredient) can cause blurred vision, difficulty reading, and retinopathy (an eye condition) if used for extended periods.
Who should not use Amloquin DS 250mg Tablet?
Inform your doctor if you have psoriasis before taking Amloquin DS 250mg Tablet, as it might worsen the condition.
What are the side effects of Amloquin DS 250mg Tablet?
Common side effects include stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, and headaches. These side effects can often be reduced by taking the medicine with food.
Can chloroquine cure coronavirus (COVID-19)?
There is currently insufficient medical data to prove that chloroquine is effective in treating COVID-19. Consult your doctor for appropriate treatment options.
Can I take antacids along with Amloquin DS 250mg Tablet?
Give a gap of at least four hours between taking an antacid and Amloquin DS 250mg.
What is the difference between hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine?
Both hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine were first approved for malaria treatment. However, chloroquine tends to cause more side effects than hydroxychloroquine. Therefore, hydroxychloroquine is now more commonly used.
How can you prevent yourself from getting malaria?
Preventive measures include covering your arms and legs to avoid mosquito bites, using a mosquito net, and applying insect repellent.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Amloquin DS 250mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
- Wear light-colored and covered clothing when you are outside after sunset
- Use insect repellent creams or sprays on parts of your body not covered by clothing
- Spray to kill any mosquitoes that may have entered rooms despite screening
- It may cause a blurring of vision when you first start taking it. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
- Eye examination before and at 3–6 monthly intervals during use is required if patients are receiving Amloquin DS 250mg Tablet at continuous high doses for a longer duration.
- It may cause low blood sugar levels. Monitor your blood sugar level regularly if you are diabetic.
- 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.
- Rash
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhea
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Amloquin DS 250mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Amloquin DS 250mg Tablet 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.
Pregnancy
Amloquin DS 250mg Tablet 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.
