Hydroxyquinoline is used to treat many parasitic infections caused by microorganisms that survive and rely on other organisms. It can also be used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat malaria infections. This drug kills the microorganisms that cause infection, thereby treating the infection.

Hydroxyquinoline drugs have some side effects, such as headache, nausea, vomiting, and hair loss. It may also cause some patients to feel dizzy. If you feel dizzy while taking this medicine, please avoid driving a vehicle or operating machinery. Before you start taking this medication, your doctor may monitor your blood count and liver function, and regularly monitor them throughout the entire treatment process.

Hydroxyquinoline drugs can be taken with food to avoid stomach discomfort. Even if you start feeling better, don't skip the dosage and complete the prescribed course of treatment. Stopping treatment too early may increase your risk of further infection. Avoid approaching sick or infected individuals. If there are signs of infection after contact with an infected person, please inform a doctor.

Hydroxyquinoline is safe for you when sharing your entire medical and medication history with your doctor. If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking this medication.

The use of hydroxyquinoline
What is it used for?
Parasitic infection
Hydroxyquinoline is used to treat many parasitic infections, such as malaria, Amoebic dysentery (serious diarrhea caused by amoeba parasites), Leishmania infection (commonly known as leishmaniasis caused by parasites), etc.

When won't it be used?
allergy
If you have previously been allergic to hydroxyquinoline, avoid taking it. If any allergic reactions are found, such as rash, itching/swelling (especially on the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, difficulty breathing, etc., seek medical attention immediately.

Special population warning
Pregnancy

There is currently no safety data on the use of hydroxyquinoline drugs during pregnancy. Therefore, it is not recommended to use.

breast feeding

It is currently unclear whether hydroxyquinoline drugs will enter breast milk. Therefore, it is not recommended for women who breastfeed. Your doctor may suggest that you stop breastfeeding during hydroxyquinoline therapy.

General warning
Liver disease

Hydroxyquinoline drugs may damage the liver and increase liver enzymes. If used in the presence of liver disease, it may worsen the liver condition. Your doctor may closely monitor your liver function.

Missed dose

If you miss a dose of hydroxyquinoline, remember to take it as soon as possible. If the next dosing time is approaching, skip the missed dose. Take a dose of medicine at your usual time. Do not double the dosage.

Do not take hydroxyquinoline drugs that exceed the prescribed dosage. If you suspect that you may have taken an overdose of this medication, consult your doctor as soon as possible.

General usage instructions

Hydroxyquinoline drugs should be taken together with food. Even if you start feeling better, don't skip the dosage and complete the prescribed course of treatment. Stopping treatment too early may increase your risk of further infection. Before you start taking this medication, your doctor may monitor your blood count and liver function, and regularly monitor them throughout the entire treatment process.