Basoquin Suspension
Basoquin Suspension should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it with food to decrease the risk of stomach upset. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early can result in treatment failure and increase the side effects too. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned. 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 repellant to kill any mosquitoes that may have entered rooms in spite of screening. Wear light-coloured and covered clothing when you are outside after sunset.
Basoquin Suspension
Basic Information
Important information about this medicine
About This Medicine
General information about this product
Basoquin Suspension 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.
Basoquin Suspension should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it with food to decrease the risk of stomach upset. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early can result in treatment failure and increase the side effects too. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned. 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 repellant to kill any mosquitoes that may have entered rooms in spite of screening. Wear light-coloured and covered clothing when you are outside after sunset.
Some people 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. 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 general feeling of tiredness.
03Uses
Malaria
04How To Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Basoquin Suspension is to be taken with food.
05How It Works
Basoquin Suspension is an antiparasitic medication that 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.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
If you miss a dose of Basoquin Suspension, 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.
07Benefits
In Malaria
Malaria is a serious or life-threatening illness that is spread by a parasite that enters the human body by the bite of infected mosquitoes. Basoquin Suspension effectively treats malaria. However, this medicine should not be used to prevent malaria or to treat severe cases of malaria. Take it as advised by the doctor. Refrain from taking any other medicines or antacids 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.
08Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Itching
Diarrhea
Stomach pain
Vomiting
Nausea
Loss of appetite
Dizziness
Headache
Weakness
09Safety Information
Alcohol:UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Basoquin Suspension.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Basoquin Suspension is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Basoquin Suspension is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving:UNSAFE
Basoquin Suspension may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney:CAUTION
Basoquin Suspension should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Basoquin Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CAUTION
Basoquin Suspension should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Basoquin Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
10Drug Tips
Take it with food to decrease the risk of stomach upset.
Tips to reduce the chance of being bitten by mosquitoes:Wear light-colored and covered clothing when you are outside after sunset.Use insect repellent creams or sprays on parts of your body not covered by clothing.Spray to kill any mosquitoes that may have entered rooms despite screening.
Wear light-colored and covered clothing when you are outside after sunset.
Use insect repellent creams or sprays on parts of your body not covered by clothing.
Spray to kill any mosquitoes that may have entered rooms despite screening.
Eye examination before and at 3–6 monthly intervals during use is required if patients are receiving Basoquin Suspension at continuous high doses for a longer duration.
It may cause low blood sugar levels. Monitor your blood sugar level regularly, if you are diabetic.
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.
References
Sources and references
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