Rez-Q 300mg Injection is an antiparasitic medicine, used for the treatment of malaria. It may also be used to treat and prevent nighttime leg cramps. It works by killing the malaria-causing parasite and stops the infection from spreading.

Rez-Q 300mg Injection is used to treat malaria and to help prevent from catching malaria

Uses of Rez-Q Injection

Malaria

Benefits of Rez-Q Injection

In Malaria

Rez-Q 300mg Injection is an antimalarial medicine and is used alone or with other medications to treat malaria (a serious or life-threatening illness that is spread by a parasite that enters the human body by the bite of infected mosquitoes). However, this medicine should not be used to prevent malaria or to treat severe cases of malaria. This medicine is given by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Refrain from taking any other medicines or antacids along with this medicine (unless advised by the doctor) as they may affect the absorption of this medicine. Do not use this medicine for treating any other condition without consulting your doctor.

Side effects of Rez-Q Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Rez-Q

Vomiting
Deafness
Headache
Dizziness
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

How to use Rez-Q Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rez-Q 300mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Rez-Q 300mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Rez-Q 300mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Rez-Q 300mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Rez-Q 300mg Injection may affect your vision and cause vertigo (dizziness or spinning sensation) which may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Rez-Q 300mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Rez-Q 300mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Rez-Q 300mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Rez-Q 300mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Rez-Q Injection?

If you miss a dose of Rez-Q 300mg Injection, consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Rez-Q 300mg Injection helps in the treatment of malaria.
Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Rez-Q 300mg Injection affects you.
Have regular eye tests done while you are taking this medicine. Stop taking Rez-Q 300mg Injection and immediately inform your doctor if you notice any changes in your vision.
Inform your doctor if you develop a rash or ringing in your ears.
It can cause lowering of blood sugar level. Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxiety.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Cinchona alkaloid

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI MALARIALS

Action Class

Antimalarial- others

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FAQs

Who should not use Rez-Q 300mg Injection?

Use of Rez-Q 300mg Injection should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Rez-Q 300mg Injection or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Rez-Q 300mg Injection for the first time, consult your doctor.

What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Rez-Q 300mg Injection?

Before starting treatment with Rez-Q 300mg Injection, inform your doctor if you have any other health conditions like kidney or heart-related problems. This is because certain medical conditions may affect your treatment and you may even need dose modifications. Also, let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Is Rez-Q 300mg Injection safe?

Rez-Q 300mg Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

How long does it take for malaria symptoms to show?

Symptoms of malaria can develop as quickly as 7 days after you are being bitten by an infected mosquito. Typically, the time between being infected and the appearance of symptoms (incubation period) is 7 to 18 days. However, in some cases it can take up to one year for the symptoms to develop. Initial symptoms of malaria are flu-like which include feeling hot and shivery, muscle pains, vomiting, headaches and diarrhea.

How can you prevent yourself from getting malaria?

Malaria can be avoided by taking the right approach towards prevention. Avoid mosquito bites by covering your arms and legs, using mosquito net and insect repellent. Check with your doctor whether you need to take malaria prevention tablets. If you do, make sure you take the right antimalarial tablets at the right dose, and finish the proper course of treatment. Seek immediate medical advice from the doctor if you have malaria symptoms.

How is Rez-Q 300mg Injection administered?

Rez-Q 300mg Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Rez-Q 300mg Injection.

Can I take Rez-Q 300mg Injection if I have kidney disease?

Rez-Q 300mg Injection should be used with caution in patients having an impaired kidney function. Do not self medicate and avoid its use. If the impairment is very severe then the use of this medicine should be avoided. Therefore, inform your doctor before taking Rez-Q 300mg Injection.

Can I take Rez-Q 300mg Injection when I am pregnant?

No, the use of Rez-Q 300mg Injection is not recommended during pregnancy as it may harm your unborn baby. Seek proper advice from your doctor on using this medicine, if you are pregnant.

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