DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Antimalarials.
Half-lifeThis section has been translated automatically.
5 h
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IndicationThis section has been translated automatically.
Malaria therapy, especially for chloroquine resistance.
Notice! Increased cross-resistance to chloroquine has been described.
Dosage and method of useThis section has been translated automatically.
- Initially 600 mg/day, then 300 mg after 6, 24 and 48 hours p.o.
- Children initial 10 mg base/kg bw, then 5 mg base/kg bw after 6, 24 and 48 hours p.o.
Undesirable effectsThis section has been translated automatically.
Vomiting, diarrhea, loss of balance. Rarely agranulocytosis, pancytopenia, corneal and nail pigmentation, retinopathy, polyneuropathy, liver damage.
ContraindicationThis section has been translated automatically.
Pregnancy, lactation, known liver damage, blood disorders.
PreparationsThis section has been translated automatically.
Flavoquin (only available through the international pharmacy)
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