Manufacturer: Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition : Chloroquine(250mg)
LINCOQUINE 250MG contains Chloroquine which belongs to a group of medicines called antimalarials and amebicides. It treats uncomplicated malaria caused by susceptible strains of P. falciparum, P.malariae, P. ovale and P.vivax, prophylaxis of malaria and extraintestinal amebiasis. Chloroquine phosphate is an antimalarial and amebicidal medicine. It does not prevent relapses in patients with vivax or ovale malaria because it is not effective against exoerythrocytic forms of the parasites.
Before taking LINCOQUINE 250MG inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney or heart problems, are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depends on your child’s age and body weight. The common side effects are nausea, diarrhea, headache, rash, itching and hair loss.
The drug chloroquine is bactericidal for Bacillus megaterium; it inhibits DNA and RNA biosynthesis and produces rapid degradation of ribosomes and dissimilation of ribosomal RNA. Inhibition of protein synthesis is also observed, evidently as a secondary effect.
Chloroquine is predominantly eliminated in the urine. 50% of a dose is recovered in the urine as unchanged chloroquine, with 10% of the dose recovered in the urine as desethylchloroquine. The half life of chloroquine is 20-60 days. Chloroquine has a total plasma clearance of 0.35-1L/h/kg.
Lincoquine 250mg Tablet does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-
Common side effects of Lincoquine 250mg Tablet
Upset stomach
Photosensitivity
Rash
Headache
Dizziness
Vomiting
Nausea
Stomach pain
Loss of appetite
Diarrhea
Chloroquine should not be used in patients with retinal or vision changes unless treating acute malaria. Chloroquine is also contraindicated in patients who suffer from a known hydroxychloroquine sensitivity.
LINCOQUINE 250MG should be used with caution in pregnant women only if clearly needed. Consult your doctor for advice.
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with LINCOQUINE 250MG.
LINCOQUINE 250MG should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Consult your doctor for advice.
Malaria (Vivax malaria)
Amoebic liver abscess.
Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)
Porphyria.
Systemic lupus erythematosus.
Discoid lupus erythematosus.
Polymorphic light eruptions.
Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Some products that may interact with this drug are: mefloquine, penicillamine, remdesivir. Many drugs besides chloroquine may affect the heart rhythm (QT prolongation). Some examples are amiodarone, azithromycin, disopyramide, dronedarone, pimozide, quinidine, among others.
Do not chew, crush or break it. Lincoquine 250mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Lincoquine 250mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
LINCOQUINE 250MG contains Chloroquine which belongs to a group of medicines called antimalarials and amebicides. It treats uncomplicated malaria caused by susceptible strains of P. falciparum, P.malariae, P. ovale and P.vivax, prophylaxis of malaria and extraintestinal amebiasis. Chloroquine phosphate is an antimalarial and amebicidal medicine. It does not prevent relapses in patients with vivax or ovale malaria because it is not effective against exoerythrocytic forms of the parasites.
Before taking LINCOQUINE 250MG inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney or heart problems, are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depends on your child’s age and body weight. The common side effects are nausea, diarrhea, headache, rash, itching and hair loss.
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. Lincoquine 250mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Can I stop taking LINCOQUINE 250MG when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Can the use of LINCOQUINE 250MG cause diarrhea?
Yes. It may cause diarrhea, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea, consult your doctor for advice.
Is LINCOQUINE 250MG effective?
Yes, it is effective if used in the prescribed dose and frequency as instructed by your physician.
