Kinphos 40mg Injection
Rs.8.50for 1 vial(s) (30 ml Injection each)
food interaction for Kinphos Injection
alcohol interaction for Kinphos Injection
pregnancy interaction for Kinphos Injection
lactation interaction for Kinphos Injection
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Kinphos 40mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Kinphos 40mg 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Kinphos 40mg 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR Kinphos 40mg Injection
Chloroquine(40mg)
Kinphos injection uses
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How kinphos injection works
Kinphos 40mg Injection 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.
Common side effects of kinphos injection
Weakness, Rash, Headache, Dizziness, Vomiting, Nausea, Stomach pain, Loss of appetite, Diarrhea
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Expert advice FOR Kinphos Injection
- Chloroquine is used for the prevention and treatment of malaria.
- 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.
- It may cause a blurring of vision when you first start taking it. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
- Eye examination before and at 3–6 monthly intervals during use is required if patients are receiving Chloroquine 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.
Frequently asked questions FOR Kinphos 40mg Injection
Chloroquine
Q. What is Kinphos 40mg Injection and what it is used for?
Kinphos 40mg Injection is an anti-malarial medicine that is used for the treatment and prevention of malaria.
Q. How long does it take for malaria symptoms to show?
Symptoms of malaria can develop as quickly as 7 days after you are bitten by an infected mosquito. Usually, the symptoms may take up to 7 to 18 days to appear (incubation periods) from the day of the infection. Initial symptoms of malaria are flu-like which include feeling hot and shivery, fever, muscle pains, vomiting, headaches, and diarrhea.
Q. Is it safe to use Kinphos 40mg Injection for a long period of time?
If your doctor has prescribed you Kinphos 40mg Injection for a longer period of time, you should get your eyes checked regularly. This is because chloroquine present in this medicine might cause blurred vision, difficulty reading (due to words disappearing), and a rare eye condition called retinopathy if taken for a longer period of time.