Q 100mg Suspension 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. Q 100mg Suspension should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it with food to decrease the risk of stomach upset. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Take measures to reduce the chance of being bitten by mosquitoes like using insect repellent creams and mosquito repellent sprays. Some people may experience vomiting, headache, and dizziness as side effects of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if these persist for a longer duration. Inform your doctor if you have a history of fits (seizures) or any problems with your kidney, heart, or liver. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes as Q 100mg Suspension can lower the sugar levels in the blood. If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar regularly. It may cause blurring of vision. Therefore, regular eye examinations are recommended while on treatment with this medicine. When used long-term, your doctor may monitor the amounts of the different types of blood cells in your blood regularly. Inform your doctor if you have unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, fever, or a general feeling of tiredness.

• Deafness
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
• Blurred vision
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Ringing in ear
• Diarrhea
• Vertigo
• Increased sweating

• Q. Q. Who should not use Q 100mg Suspension??
  Ans: Use of Q 100mg Suspension should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Q 100mg Suspension or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Q 100mg Suspension for the first time, consult your doctor.
• Q. Q. What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Q 100mg Suspension??
  Ans: Before starting treatment with Q 100mg Suspension, 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.
• Q. Q. Is Q 100mg Suspension safe??
  Ans: Q 100mg Suspension 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.
• Q. Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Q 100mg Suspension??
  Ans: If you forget a dose of Q 100mg Suspension, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
• Q. Q. Can I stop taking Q 100mg Suspension when I feel better??
  Ans: No, do not stop taking Q 100mg Suspension without consulting your doctor even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.
• Q. Q. How long does it take for malaria symptoms to show??
  Ans: 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.
• Q. Q. How can you prevent yourself from getting malaria??
  Ans: 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.
• Q. Q. Can I take Q 100mg Suspension if I have kidney disease??
  Ans: Q 100mg Suspension 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 Q 100mg Suspension.
• Q. Q. Can I take Q 100mg Suspension when I am pregnant??
  Ans: No, the use of Q 100mg Suspension 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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