It works by increasing the concentration of a toxic molecule in the parasite thus inhibits the growth of the parasite.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Resochin tablet 250 mg 30_10?s

Blurred vision severe

Confusion severe

Diarrhea severe

Dizziness severe

Skin rash severe

Hair loss

Increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight

Uses of Resochin tablet 250 mg 30_10?s
What is it prescribed for?

Malaria prophylaxis
Resochin tablet 250 mg 30_10?s is used as prophylaxis for malaria.

Malaria
Resochin tablet 250 mg 30_10?s is used in the treatment of malaria characterized by muscle pain, fever with chills and fatigue.

Amebiasis
Resochin tablet 250 mg 30_10?s is used in the amebiasis which is a parasitic infection that affects the intestine and amebic liver abscess caused by Entamoeba histolytica.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

Onset of action
The effect of this medicine can be observed in 1 to 2 hours.

Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 9 to 15 days.

Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.

Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary.

Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is known to excreted through breast milk. It is not recommended in for breastfeeding women.

When not to use?

Allergy
Not recommended in patients with known allergy to 4-aminoquinoline compounds.

Retinal or visual field changes
Not recommended in patients with any vision impairment

Warnings

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary.

Breast-feeding
This medicine is known to excreted through breast milk. It is not recommended in for breastfeeding women.

General Warnings

Prolongation of QT interval
This medicine may increase the risk of irregular heart rhythms. Therefore should be used with caution in patients with arrhythmias or any other heart diseases. Any symptoms of palpitations, difficulty in breathing should be reported to the doctor.

Eye disorder
This medicine may increase the risk of vision problem. This effect depends on the dose and duration of the treatment. Close monitoring of eye function is necessary. Any symptoms of vision problem should be reported to the doctor.

Blood cell count
This medicine may lower the blood cell count if taken for a longer time. Close monitoring of complete blood cell count is necessary. Discontinue the treatment if any signs of low blood cell count appear. It should be used with caution in patients with glucose-6 phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency.

Hearing problem
This medicine may increase the risk of the hearing problem. This medicine should be used with caution in patients with existing hearing problem. Discontinue the treatment if any symptoms are identified.

Impaired liver function
This medicine should be used with caution in liver injury patients. Details of other medications that can affect the liver should be informed to the doctor. Discontinue the treatment if any elevation in the liver enzymes is identified.

Psoriasis
This medicine is not recommended in patients with psoriasis as it may exacerbate the condition. Inform the doctor if you have any skin diseases before initiation of the treatment. It is used only if benefits overweigh risks.

Porphyria
This medicine is not recommended in patients with porphyria as it may exacerbate the condition. Inform the doctor if you have this condition before initiation of the treatment. It is used only if benefits overweigh risks.

Dosage

Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of Resochin tablet 250 mg 30_10?s take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it?s almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions
Interaction with Medicines

Ethambutol moderate

Fluconazole moderate

Tramadol severe

Quinidine severe

Disease interactions

severe
This medicine is not recommended in patients with the eye disorder. Close monitoring of eye function is necessary. The treatment should be discontinued if any symptoms of blurred vision, difficulty in reading appear.

Lab interactions

General Instructions

Take Resochin tablet 250 mg 30_10?s as advised by your doctor. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. It is advised to take this medicine at the same time every day. Do not stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed to prevent the spread of infection. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects

Other details

To be taken with food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

References

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Chloroquine [Internet].
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16 Nov 2017

pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov –
Chloroquine phosphate [Internet].
Available from: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Chloroquine-phosphate
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2019-09-14

medlineplus.gov –
Chloroquine [Internet].
Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a682318.html
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11 September 2019