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Composition FOR Quinowin 50mg Suspension

Chloroquine(50mg)

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Quinowin Suspension should be taken with or after food.
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CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Quinowin Suspension.
CAUTION
Quinowin Suspension is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
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Quinowin Suspension should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Quinowin 50mg Suspension

Chloroquine(50mg)

Quinowin suspension uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of malaria and Amoebiasis.

How quinowin suspension works

Quinowin Suspension is an antiparasitic medication that is used to treat Malaria and Amoebiasis. It works by increasing the levels of heme and pH in the red blood cells where the parasite resides. It also acts by directly interfering with the genetic material of malarial parasites, thereby killing the parasite and stopping the infection from spreading.

Common side effects of quinowin suspension

Rash, Headache, Dizziness, Vomiting, Nausea, Stomach pain, Loss of appetite, Diarrhea, Upset stomach, Photosensitivity

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Expert advice FOR Quinowin Suspension

  • Take Chloroquine with food to decrease the risk of stomach upset.
  • Chloroquine may make your child sensitive to sunlight. Take special care and use protective gear when your child is outdoors.
  • Some self-care measures:
    1. Use of mosquito repellent creams, liquids, coils, mats, etc.
    2. Do not let water accumulate in the house as it may lead to mosquito breeding.  Instead, you can put a small amount of Kerosene oil in the water. This floating oil helps to trap and kill mosquito larvae and dramatically reduce mosquito breeding.
    3. Screen the houses with wire mesh.
    4. Use bed nets at home while sleeping.
    5. Wear clothes that cover the maximum surface area of the body.
    6. Avoid spraying insect repellents on children. Lower their evening and night-time outdoor activity.
  • When used long-term, the doctor may monitor the amounts of the different types of blood cells in your child’s blood regularly. Inform your doctor if you notice unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, fever, or a general feeling of tiredness in your child.
  • Consult your doctor immediately if your child exhibits serious side effects such as rash, swollen glands, problems with body organs like liver, kidney, or heart.
  • Keep Chloroquine away from children. Accidental exposure may cause serious events. If a child takes this medicine by accident, get medical help right away.
  • If your child develops a fever while in or after leaving a high-risk area, call the doctor right away.

Frequently asked questions FOR Quinowin 50mg Suspension

Chloroquine

Q. What lab test can be done to identify malaria in my child?
Your child needs to undergo laboratory tests such as complete blood count, blood smear test, or malaria rapid diagnostic test for the diagnosis of malaria.
Q. My child is having a genetic deficiency of the G-6-PD enzyme. Is it safe to give Quinowin Suspension?
Children with G-6-PD enzyme deficiency should avoid Quinowin Suspension. The deficiency of this enzyme in the body can lead to the breaking of blood cells, resulting in severe anemia. It is advised that you get your child’s enzyme level evaluated before starting the course of treatment.
Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Quinowin Suspension?
Quinowin Suspension may interact with other medicines or substances. Therefore, it would be advised to inform your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Quinowin Suspension.
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Q. How should Quinowin Suspension be stored?
Quinowin Suspension should be stored at room temperature in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Also, keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any mishap.
Q. What is Quinowin Suspension and what it is used for?
Quinowin Suspension 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 Quinowin Suspension for a long period of time?
If your doctor has prescribed you Quinowin Suspension 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.
Q. Who should not use Quinowin Suspension?
Inform your doctor if you have psoriasis before taking Quinowin Suspension since it may make your condition worse.
Q. What are the side effects of Quinowin Suspension?
Some of the most common side effects of this medicine are stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, and headache. These side effects can often be reduced by taking the medicine with food.
Q. Can chloroquine cure coronavirus (COVID-19)?
There is not enough medical data to prove that chloroquine is effective in treating COVID-19. Therefore it is advisable not to take Quinowin Suspension without consulting your doctor for treating COVID-19.
Q. Can I take antacids along with Quinowin Suspension?
If you take an antacid, give a gap of at least 4 hours between the two medications.
Q. What is the difference between hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine?
Hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine were both first approved for malaria. However, chloroquine tends to cause many more side effects than hydroxychloroquine. As a result, hydroxychloroquine is more commonly used today. Hydroxychloroquine is also approved to treat rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, while chloroquine is not.
Q. How can you prevent yourself from getting malaria?
Malaria can be prevented by taking certain precautionary steps like covering your arms and legs to prevent mosquito bites, using a mosquito net and insect repellent. Check with your doctor whether you need to take malaria prevention tablets. If you do, make sure you take the right antimalarial tablets at the right dose and finish the proper course of treatment.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 April, 2026, by Dr. Rajeev Sharma (MBA, MBBS)