Topquin (Quinine)


Brand Name: Topquin

Generic Name: Quinine

Manufacturer/Agent: Dawa Pharmaceuticals


Formulation: tabs

Strength: 300mg

Pack size: 500

Trade Price: KES 1,415.00

Retail Price: @ KES 3.77


Class: Antimalarials (Anti-infectives)

Mechanism of Action:


Synonym: Chininum

Molecular Formulae: C20H24N2O2 = 324.4

Precautions: Hypersensitivity. tinitus or optic neuritis. caution in heart disease especially atrial fibrillation.

Indications/Uses: Malaria due to chloroquine- and multidrug-resistant falciparum; 600mg tid.

Interactions:

Side Effects: Tinnutis. headache. flushed skin. visual disturbances. confusion. abdominal pain. rashes.