Quinine is generally used in treatment of Cerebral malaria and malaria
Side effects
Abdominal pain
Altered heart rate
Blurred vision
Dizziness
Face redness
Headache
Increased sweating
Nausea
Ringing in ear
Vertigo
Vomiting
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Quinine, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Quinine is to be taken with food.
How it works
Quinine is an antiparasitic drug 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Quinine good for leg cramps/ cramps/ stop leg cramps/ help leg cramps? Yes. Quinine is used in certain cases to prevent and treat night leg cramps which regularly disrupt sleep
Q. Does Quinine help with restless leg syndrome? No. Quinine is not indicated for use in neurological conditions like restless leg syndrome. It is used in certain cases to prevent and treat night leg cramps
Q. Is Quinine an alkaloid/ a stimulant/ a diuretic? Quinine is an alkaloid obtained from bark of the cinchona tree. It is not a stimulant (i.e. does not stimulate the brain or any mental functions) or a diuretic (does not increase urine output)
Q. Can you take Quinine with warfarin? Taking warfarin with Quinine may increase risk of unexplained bleeding or bruising as Quinine may decrease platelet count in blood (thrombocytopenia). Please inform your doctor about all medications you are taking currently before starting Quinine treatment
Q. Does Quinine prevent malaria? No. Quinine does not prevent malaria. It is used for the treatment of malaria (caused by parasite Plasmodium falciparum) which is resistant to multiple drugs including chloroquine.
Product Details
SKU: PC-67561 Product Description: Cinkona 300 mg Tablet is manufactured by Ipca Laboratories Ltd Packing: Strip Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.