Quinax Tablet

Short Description

Quinax Tablet is an antiparasitic medicine used for the treatment of malaria and prevention of nighttime leg cramps.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Quinax 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. Take measures to reduce the chance of being bitten by mosquitoes like using insect repellent creams and mosquito repellent sprays. Some people may experience vomiting, headache, and dizziness as side effects of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if these persist for a longer duration. Inform your doctor if you have a history of fits (seizures) or any problems with your kidney, heart, or liver. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes as Quinax Tablet can lower the sugar levels in the blood. If you are diabetic, 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.

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. Quinax Tablet is to be taken with food.

Quinax Tablet 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.

Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Taking too much of this medicine may lead to serious irreversible side effects. Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Quinax Tablet affects you. Have regular eye tests done while you are taking this medicine. Stop taking Quinax Tablet and immediately inform your doctor if you notice any changes in your vision. Inform your doctor if you develop a rash or ringing in your ears. It can cause lowering of blood sugar level. Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxiety. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.