Quinine

 

Brand Name
Quinine-Odan

Common Name
quinine

Where can I order Quinine from? Can I buy Quinine at Canadian Prices?

Yes, if you are from the U.S. then you can buy Quinine at Canadian prices. Currently we will only accept an order for Quinine from U.S. and Canadian residents. Both U.S. and Canadian residents require a prescription to purchase Quinine and when you order Quinine it will be delivered with express shipping.

How does Quinine work? What will it do for me?

Quinine is a member of the class of medications known as antimalarials. It is used along with one other medication (usually an antibiotic) to treat certain types of malaria. It is also used to treat and prevent leg muscle cramps that occur while at rest during the night.

Who should NOT take Quinine?

Quinine should not be taken by anyone with the following conditions:

low blood sugar
glucose 6 phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency
history of blackwater fever and purpura (purplish discoloration of skin)
myasthenia gravis
optic neuritis
ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
pregnancy (unless quinine is required to treat a severe, life-threatening malaria infection in the mother)
allergy to quinine or any of the ingredients of the medication

What side effects are possible with Quinine?

The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes Quinine. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of Quinine with your doctor. Your health professional may be able to help you deal with some of the effects.

Call your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More common:

abdominal or stomach cramps or pain
diarrhea
nausea
vomiting
Less common:

anxiety
behavioural changes similar to drunkenness
black, tarry stools
blood in urine or stools
blurred vision
cold sweats
confusion
convulsions or coma
cool, pale skin
cough or hoarseness
difficulty concentrating
drowsiness
excessive hunger
fast heartbeat
fever or chills
headache
lower-back or side pain
nervousness
nightmares
painful or difficult urination
pinpoint-sized red spots on skin
restless sleep
shakiness
slurred speech
sore throat
unusual bleeding or bruising
unusual tiredness or weakness

Rare:

breathing or swallowing difficulties, or hives
change in colour perception
double-vision
increased sweating
night blindness
reddening of the skin (especially around ears)
ringing or buzzing in ears
swelling of eyes, face, or inside of nose
unexplained muscle aches
Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking Quinine.

Are there any other precautions or warnings for Quinine?

Diabetes: Quinine may lower blood sugar levels. People with diabetes who take Quinine should use appropriate caution.

Heart disease: Quinine may cause side effects that affect the heart, but usually only at high doses.

Pregnancy: Quinine may cause birth defects. It should be used during pregnancy only when required to treat a severe, life-threatening malaria.

Breast-feeding: Quinine passes into breast milk. No harmful effects have been reported in healthy infants exposed to quinine through breast milk. Talk to your doctor before taking Quinine while nursing.

What other drugs could interact with Quinine?

The following medications may affect how quinine works or increase the risk of side effects:
acetazolamide
antacids
astemizole
cimetidine
mefloquine
neuromuscular blockers (e.g., succinylcholine, pancuronium)
rifabutin
rifampin
sodium bicarbonate
terfenadine
Quinine may affect how the following medications work, or increase the risk of side effects:

digoxin
warfarin
If you are taking any of these medications, speak with your doctor or pharmacist. Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:

stop taking one of the medications,
change one of the medications to another,
change how you are taking one or both of the medications, or
leave everything as is.
An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. In many cases, interactions are intended or are managed by close monitoring. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed.

Medications other than those listed above may interact with Quinine. Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications that you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, the nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them.

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