Nicoquine Bottle Of 100ml Suspension

Nicoquine Suspension is primarily used to prevent and treat malaria. It contains chloroquine, as its active ingredient that belongs to an antimalarial class of medicines. This medicine works by acting directly on malaria-causing organisms and thus inhibiting their growth.

Nicoquine Suspension should be taken as directed by the doctor and in the exact dose and duration as prescribed. Do not stop taking this medicine, even if you start feeling better after taking this medicine. Before taking this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.

Dosage

Overdose

There is limited information about the effect of an overdose of Nicoquine. In case of an overdose, contact your doctor or reach out to your nearest hospital as soon as possible. Try to carry the pack of the medicine to make overdose assessment easier for doctor/hospital staff.

Missed a Dose

• It would be best if you don't miss a dose of anti-malarial medicine as it may lead to treatment failure.
• If you have missed taking any dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember.
• If it's already the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule.
• Never take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Chloroquine present in Nicoquine Suspension works by acting directly on malaria-causing organisms called plasmodium and thus inhibiting their growth.

Directions for Use

• Take this syrup as prescribed by your doctor.
• Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully.
• Use a measuring spoon or cup for exact quantities.
• Do not consume this syrup directly from the bottle.
• It would be best if you take it at a fixed time for optimal results and you should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Nicoquine Bottle Of 100ml Suspension during pregnancy?

This medicine can be recommended during pregnancy only if your doctor considers it essential. Nicoquine Suspension may affect the fetus. Therefore, if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, you must inform the doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Nicoquine Bottle Of 100ml Suspension while breastfeeding?

Nicoquine Suspension should not be used by breastfeeding women as components of this syrup may pass into breastmilk and can harm the breastfed baby. A breastfeeding mother should take this medicine only under a doctor's recommendation. Refrain from self-medication.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Nicoquine Bottle Of 100ml Suspension?

At the initial stage of treatment, you may experience blurred vision as a side effect which may affect your driving ability. So, if you experience such effects, then do not drive or operate machinery until the effect of this medicine wears off.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Nicoquine Bottle Of 100ml Suspension?

Although there is no known interaction with alcohol along with this medicine. So it is important to consult your physician if you if you drink too often. However, it may be best to hold off on drinking alcohol until you have finished treatment.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have a liver or kidney disorder.
• You have any kind of blood disorder.
• You are suffering from fits or any kind of nerve disorder.
• You are suffering from a skin condition called psoriasis.
• You have any kind of digestive system disease.
• You have an inherited condition of glucose-6 phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency such as favism (a hereditary disorder involving an allergic-like reaction to ceratin food)

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to chloroquine or any of the ingredients of Nicoquine Suspension.
• If you are taking medicine to control heart rate such as amiodarone. Because simultaneous use may cause irregular heart rate.

Side effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Itching
• Tingling or pricking sensation
• Hair loss
• Darkening of nails
• Unable to sleep

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Nicoquine Suspension may interact with other medications and provide an altered response to the treatment. Please notify your doctor if you are undergoing any other treatments, over-the-counter medications, and herbal preparations.
• Especially if you are taking any other anti-malarial medications, anti-parasitic medicines like praziquantel, immunosuppressants like ciclosporin, anti-epileptic medicines, heart-related medicines like digoxin etc.
• Other medicines that should be used with caution are antibiotics like moxifloxacin, ciprofloxacin, Antacids, and adsorbents used to treat heartburn like cimetidine, kaolin etc.
• Avoid taking rabies vaccination or oral typhoid vaccine during the treatment with Nicoquine. It may impair the activity of these vaccines. So, it is advised to take these vaccines at least 3 days prior before starting the treatment with this medicine.

Storage and disposal

• Store it below 25°C.
• Protect it from light and moisture.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I stop taking Nicoquine Suspension on my own?

No, stopping this medicine suddenly may result in treatment failure and incomplete eradication of malaria-causing organisms from the body. Thereby increasing the risk of re-infection. You must complete the course of treatment prescribed by the doctor.

Can I take Nicoquine Suspension along with antibiotic medicine?

No, do not take Nicoquine Suspension with other antibiotics, as it may cause adverse effects on the heart. You must consult a doctor before taking any other medicine during the treatment with Nicoquine to avoid any interaction or unwanted effect.

What is the composition of Nicoquine Suspension?

The composition of Nicoquine Suspension consists of chloroquine, as its active ingredient that belongs to an antimalarial class of medicines.

Is Nicoquine Suspension an antibiotic medicine?

No, Nicoquine Suspension is anti-malarial medicine.