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Q9 Information

Q9 is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension. It is primarily used for the treatment of Malaria, Cerebral Malaria. The alternative uses of Q9 have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Q9 is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Q9 can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Q9 go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Q9 is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Q9 related warnings talks about Q9's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Q9 since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Q9 contraindications section.

Besides this, Q9 may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Q9 is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Q9 Benefits & Uses
Q9 Dosage & How to Take
Q9 Side Effects
Q9 Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Q9 with Other Drugs
Q9 Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Q9
Q9 Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Q9 Benefits & Uses

Q9 is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Parasitic Infections
Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Q9 Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Q9 Related Warnings

Is the use of Q9 safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Q9. If you are pregnant, do not take Q9 without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Q9 safe during breastfeeding?

Q9 may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Q9 on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Q9. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Q9 on the Liver?

Q9 is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Q9 on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Q9. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Q9 with Other Drugs

Q9 should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Mefloquine

Pimozide

Quinidine

Ketoconazole

Erythromycin

Moderate

Tetracycline

Theophylline

Mild

Cimetidine

Q9 Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Q9 unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Myasthenia Gravis
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Potassium Deficiency
Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Q9

Is this Q9 habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Q9 has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Q9 does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Q9 is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Q9 is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Q9 Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Q9

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Q9, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Q9

Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Q9

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Q9?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Oral tablet and suspension of Q9 should be taken by mouth 1 - 2 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. Ideally, Q9 has to be taken with the food to avoid stomach upset. Precautions must be taken in patients with heart diseases.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Q9 cause anemia?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Rarely, Q9 causes microangiopathic hemolytic anemia as well as thrombocytopenia (low platelet count). It is a known side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing tiredness or shortness of breath or bleeding then discuss it with your doctor without further delay.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Q9 affect blood sugar levels?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Q9 can affect blood sugar levels. It has been reported to cause decreased blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case if you feel lightheadedness, shaking or increased heartbeat after taking this drug then drink a glass of fruit juice, eat candies to restore your blood sugar levels and report to your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Q9 helpful in night leg cramps?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Q9 is used in the treatment of night-leg cramps but some night leg side effects have been associated with its use in night-leg cramps and the evidence suggests debatable results. Your doctor may compare risk to benefit ratio, if the benefit outweighs the risk then he might prescribe you this drug for night leg cramps.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Q9 with aspirin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Q9 can be taken with aspirin. No clinical meaningful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Q9 along with aspirin if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.