Quinine
Composition
Quinine sulfate, a cinchona alkaloid.
Indications
Treatment of uncomplicated and severe malaria.
Side effects
Cinchonism (tinnitus, headache), hypoglycemia, arrhythmias.
Precautions
Caution in cardiac disease.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity, prolonged QT.
Dosage and administration
Oral or IV as per severity.
Countries
Available Forms
Tablets, injection.