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Quick Facts
About Mahaquin Injection
Mahaquin Injection 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.Mahaquin Injection is administered as an injection by a healthcare professional. Kindly do not self-administer. 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.You may experience weakness, vomiting, rash, and itching as side effects of this medicine. It may also cause stomach pain, diarrhea, loss of appetite, and nausea. You may also notice some injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration.Inform your doctor if you have diabetes as it can lower the sugar levels in the blood. If you are diabetic, you should 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.
How It Works
Mahaquin Injection 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.Mahaquin Injection is administered as an injection by a healthcare professional. Kindly do not self-administer. 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.You may experience weakness, vomiting, rash, and itching as side effects of this medicine. It may also cause stomach pain, diarrhea, loss of appetite, and nausea. You may also notice some injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration.Inform your doctor if you have diabetes as it can lower the sugar levels in the blood. If you are diabetic, you should 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.
How to Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
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Composition of Mahaquin Injection
Uses of Mahaquin Injection
Key Benefits of Mahaquin Injection
- In Treatment of Malaria Mahaquin Injection is used to treat malaria, a serious or life-threatening illness that is spread by a parasite that enters the human body by the bite of infected mosquitoes. It kills the infection causing parasite and stops further spread of the infection. Take it only as prescribed and refrain from taking any other medicines along with this medicine (unless advised by the doctor) as they may affect the absorption of this medicine. Do not use this medicine for treating any other condition without consulting your doctor.
Side Effects of Mahaquin Injection
- Weakness
- Rash
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Loss of appetite
- Diarrhea
This is not a complete list of side effects. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
Safety Advice for Mahaquin Injection
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Mahaquin Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Mahaquin Injection 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.
Mahaquin Injection 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.
Mahaquin Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Sometimes Mahaquin Injection causes blurred eyesight or makes it difficult to focus your eyes which may affect your ability to drive.
Mahaquin Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Mahaquin Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Mahaquin Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Mahaquin Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Regular monitoring of liver function tests may be advised while you are taking this medicine.
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