Quinine (Quinine Sulfate)

Quinine Sulfate is commonly prescribed to treat nocturnal leg cramps and lupus. Quinine is an effective muscle relaxant commonly prescribed for effective treatment of malaria. Quinine is also known by the brand name Qualaquin sold by Global Pharmacy Plus.

Uses of This Medication

Nocturnal leg cramps- Quinine Sulfate is known as an effective prevention measure to treat night time leg cramps. Users of this drug, when taken on a regular basis in small amounts, will see leg cramping disappear.

Malaria- Studies have found that Quinine has been used to treat malaria since about the 17th century. Quinine was the most prescribed medication to treat malaria up until the 1940's.

Lupus- SLE (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus) a condition that affects the skin in form of a butterfly rash on the face. SLE has been effectively treated with the prescription use of Quinine and the combination of Quinine and other therapy.

How to use:

This drug is taken by mouth as prescribed by your doctor.

Dosage Forms

Quinine Sulfate pill form in 300mg strength in quantity of 100pills. All medications should be taken as prescribed by your doctor.

Side effects of Quinine

Less serious side effects may include: Hearing problems, headache, sweating, nausea, disruptive vision changes and flushing.

More serious side effects, If you experience any of them call your doctor immediately: Serious allergic reactions are also a cause for immediate medical care. Fainting, tachycardia (fast heartbeat), severe dizziness or chest pain. Such reactions include difficulty breathing, rash and itching or swelling of the face, tongue and throat. Some patients may also bleed or bruise more easily, discover decreased urinary output, develop hemolytic anemia (loss of red blood cells), develop liver problems, experience signs of infection (fever, chills and sore throat).

The list above are the known side effects from taking Qualaquin or Quinine Sulfate, call your doctor if you are experiencing any other unusual problems.