Paraquin 50mg Suspension is an anti-parasitic medicine. It is given to prevent and treat malaria caused by a mosquito bite. Additionally, it may also be used to treat bowel infections in children that are caused by another type of parasite (amoeba).Give Paraquin 50mg Suspension to your child by mouth, preferably after meals to prevent an upset stomach. Do not give antacids within 4 hours of taking this medicine as they may interfere with the absorption of the medicine. Paraquin 50mg Suspension can be slightly bitter. You can mix it with fruit juices to mask the bitterness. If your child vomits soon after taking Paraquin 50mg Suspension, help the child calm down and repeat the same dose after half an hour. However, skip the dose if it's time for the next dose. Do not double up the dose to catch up for the missed one.Give it as per the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor as that is based on factors such as your child's weight, age, clinical condition, and treatment response. Paraquin 50mg Suspension may be given in higher doses for the initial one or two days followed by low doses in subsequent days. Strictly follow the dosing schedule prescribed by your child???s doctor as prolonged use of Paraquin 50mg Suspension can cause serious side effects in your child.Paraquin 50mg Suspension may cause side effects such as headache, nausea, loss of appetite, diarrhea, upset stomach, stomach pain, rash, itching, hair loss, or increased sensitivity to light. These are usually temporary. However, if these persist, seek your doctor???s help.Let the doctor know about your child???s complete medical history including history of any allergies and ongoing medicine regimen. The doctor must be informed about any previous complications related to liver, kidney, brain, heart, muscle weakness, genetic problems, blood cell abnormalities, or ear and eye problems. This information plays a critical role in planning your child???s overall treatment.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Paraquin 50mg Suspension is to be taken with food.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Paraquin 50mg Suspension is to be taken with food.

'- Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Paraquin 50mg Suspension is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Paraquin 50mg Suspension is recommended.However, prolonged use may impact kidney function in your child. The use of this medicine is not recommended in children with severe kidney disease.

- Liver : CAUTION

Paraquin 50mg Suspension should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Paraquin 50mg Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Do not panic. Unless your doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it???s almost time for the next dose. Do not give the double dose and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.

bottle of 60 ml Suspension

Chemical Class :: 4-Aminoquinoline derivative
Habit Forming :: No
Therapeutic Class :: OPHTHAL
Action Class :: Antimalarial- Aminoquinolines

Treatment of Amoebiasis|Treatment of Malaria

Store below 30?C

Q. What lab test can be done to identify malaria in my child?::: Your child needs to undergo laboratory tests such as complete blood count, blood smear test, or malaria rapid diagnostic test for the diagnosis of malaria.| Q. My child is having a genetic deficiency of the G-6-PD enzyme. Is it safe to give Paraquin 50mg Suspension?::: Children with G-6-PD enzyme deficiency should avoid Paraquin 50mg Suspension. The deficiency of this enzyme in the body can lead to the breaking of blood cells, resulting in severe anemia. It is advised that you get your child???s enzyme level evaluated before starting the course of treatment.| Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Paraquin 50mg Suspension?::: Paraquin 50mg Suspension may interact with other medicines or substances. Therefore, it would be advised to inform your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Paraquin 50mg Suspension.| Q. How should Paraquin 50mg Suspension be stored?::: Paraquin 50mg Suspension should be stored at room temperature in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Also, keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any mishap.| Q. What is Paraquin 50mg Suspension and what it is used for?::: Paraquin 50mg Suspension is an anti-malarial medicine that is used for the treatment and prevention of malaria.| Q. How long does it take for malaria symptoms to show?::: Symptoms of malaria can develop as quickly as 7 days after you are bitten by an infected mosquito. Usually, the symptoms may take up to 7 to 18 days to appear (incubation periods) from the day of the infection. Initial symptoms of malaria are flu-like which include feeling hot and shivery, fever, muscle pains, vomiting, headaches, and diarrhea.| Q. Is it safe to use Paraquin 50mg Suspension for a long period of time?::: If your doctor has prescribed you Paraquin 50mg Suspension for a longer period of time, you should get your eyes checked regularly. This is because chloroquine present in this medicine might cause blurred vision, difficulty reading (due to words disappearing), and a rare eye condition called retinopathy if taken for a longer period of time.| Q. Who should not use Paraquin 50mg Suspension?::: Inform your doctor if you have psoriasis before taking Paraquin 50mg Suspension since it may make your condition worse.| Q. What are the side effects of Paraquin 50mg Suspension?::: Some of the most common side effects of this medicine are stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, and headache. These side effects can often be reduced by taking the medicine with food.| Q. Can chloroquine cure coronavirus (COVID-19)?::: There is not enough medical data to prove that chloroquine is effective in treating COVID-19. Therefore it is advisable not to take Paraquin 50mg Suspension without consulting your doctor for treating COVID-19.| Q. Can I take antacids along with Paraquin 50mg Suspension?::: If you take an antacid, give a gap of at least 4 hours between the two medications.| Q. What is the difference between hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine?::: Hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine were both first approved for malaria. However, chloroquine tends to cause many more side effects than hydroxychloroquine. As a result, hydroxychloroquine is more commonly used today. Hydroxychloroquine is also approved to treat rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, while chloroquine is not.| Q. How can you prevent yourself from getting malaria?::: Malaria can be prevented by taking certain precautionary steps like covering your arms and legs to prevent mosquito bites, using a mosquito net and insect repellent. Check with your doctor whether you need to take malaria prevention tablets. If you do, make sure you take the right antimalarial tablets at the right dose and finish the proper course of treatment.

Upset stomach
Photosensitivity
Rash
Headache
Dizziness
Vomiting
Nausea
Stomach pain
Loss of appetite
Diarrhea