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I bought some pills for malaria in a pharmacy livingston guatemala. I was surprised at how cheap they are, but got them anyways. Now i am doing research on them and i cant really find much on them. They are sealed in a regular pill leaf, they are marked paludol, they say disosfato de cloroquina 250mg there is a small logo called bonin on them, an upside down triangle with a hand holding a bottle and bonin written ontop. I am hoping these are good for malaria in central america, and theres been a warning about phony pills for malaria that are ineffective and are really bad for your heart. Please help?!

I would like to know if this medication is used for Paniculitus Eyrathema W/ Nodosum. I have a huge flair up going on and I asked my doctor for Hydrocloroquin because that is what I was presribed by another doctor and this is what the hydroxychoroquin is what the pharmacy gave me. Are they the same thing or was I thinking it was spelled and pronounced the wrong way? ## i would ike to know what this medication is used for ## hi i am on 75 mg fentmal patch every 3 days 20mg morthphine twice day 150 lycia 150 twice day is this to much i am still in severe back pain Thank you

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Is it safe to take quinine for leg cramps while taking methadone? ## Hi Beeper, I wouldn't recommend taking either of these drugs together, as my findings state that there are potentially unsafe interactions between Quinine and Methadone. Quoted below are the precautions you should be aware of: "Talk to your doctor before using methadone together with quinine. Combining these medications can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious. Your doctor may be able to prescribe alternatives that do not interact, or you may need a dose adjustment or special monitoring by your doctor to safely use both medications. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or fast or pounding heartb...

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Im taking tonic water with quinine for cramping in my feet and legs and it helps but I have to empty my bladder all the time and it hard to hold. ## Hi maggie, In my honest opinion the side effect list for Quinine is pretty nerve racking. And although I didn't see a mention of any bladder-related concerns, I do have reason to suspect that one or more other side effects of this drug may be indirectly causing it: nausea restlessness difficulty hearing or ringing in the ears confusion nervousness rash hives itching flushing hoarseness difficulty breathing or swallowing swelling of the face, throat, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles or lower legs fever blisters stomach pain vomiting diarrhea blurriness or changes in color vision inability to hear or see faintness easy bruising purple, bro...

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It has a fancy V on one side, is scored, and has 54 on one half of the score and 01 on the other half. ## The pill you have is identified as Quinine sulfate (260 mg). Manufacturer: Qualitest Pharmaceuticals Inc. Quinine was the first effective treatment for malaria, and is also used to treat lupus, nocturnal leg cramps and arthritis. Learn More: Quinine Details If you have any more questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to help you.

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I found these white capsules with EP120 imprinted on them! I have no idea what they are and I could really use some help in identifying them! I believe that someone really close to me has a problem with pills and I'm just wondering if I should be worried about these capsules! ## Wow! We've had a lot of oddballs popping up recently that aren't in any of the prescription drug databases. It really has me baffled and this is just another one of them. Can you provide anymore details, such as where it was found and if it was in the U.S.? There is a good chance that it may be some type of over the counter item, such as a supplement or something obtained through a foreign source. ## the capsules are quinine sulfate not used much here as malaria is rare in the US---I have MS and take...

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what is it. g on one side with 404 on other. redish/orange color ## From what I have found, this is listed as containing 250mgs of Atovaquone and 100mgs of Proguanil, which are most commonly used to treat malaria. Learn more Atovaquone details here. Learn more Proguanil details here. Is there anything else I can help with?

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is it safe to take apidexin with plaquenil, methotrexate, and predinsone ## Is it true that 1 pill has the equivelent caffiene of a gallon of coffee? Is it safe to take with Vesicare? ## I'm taking methotrexate and prednisone too...did you ever find out if its alright to take apidexin with these meds? ## Plaquenil and apidexin Is it safe to take plaquenil and apidexin together ## PLease can you tell me if it would be safe to take apidexin if im currently taking prednisolone. Thank you

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Has anyone found real help by adding this drug to treat Lupus SLE- or other autoimmune diseases? What about the side effects? Is your skin yellow? Is it upsetting your stomach badly? If so, are the side effects worth the difference it makes on your condition? ## Hi Cat, Although I personally don't take Quinacrine, I'd like to mention that it is really up to you to determine whether or not the medication is worth the risks and benefits. Reason being is that every medication is going to effect each person differently. So while one person may get great results and experience very little side effects, it could be an entirely different experience for you or someone else. This is the case with every other drug, whether it be pain killers or anti-depressants, so I think it's safe t...

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I am 31 yrs old and have been prescribed HCQS. Will this relieve my joint pain, and what is the pain medication associated with this pill? I know it is an anti-inflammatory but not sure what stops the pain? I hope it's not a narcotic. Thanks-Gee ## Actually, HCQS is used to denote Hydroxychloroquine, which is an antimalarial medication, though it has been shown to help reduce inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis. Learn more HCQS details here. Is there anything else I can help with? ## So over time I will be in less pain? Do yo know how effective this drug is? Thank you

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would a side effect make your legs hurt? ## This isn't listed as one of the common side effects, but the drug information does directly say that many of its possible side effects are difficult to predict and anticipate, because the effects can vary greatly from person to person. Have you talked to your doctor about it? Hydroxychloroquine Details ## saw my dr did a scope of my left leg had an infection in lymph notes gave me antibiotic doing better.

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anyone know of any cases against the irish army for use of lariam ## Although I'm not familiar with the details involved in this, I did find an article on it stating that the use of the anti-malaria drug Lariam (Mefloquine) by the Irish Defence Forces over the last number of years has caused serious side effects to those using the drug, with symptoms including depression, anxiety, aggression, suicidal tendencies and paranoia. This info is referenced from the link below: Use of Lariam (Mefloquine) by the Irish Defence Forces I also came across more details on this topic after browsing through this webpage: lariaminfo.org I hope this helps!

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How long should this medication be taken for? ## What has your doctor advised? Daraprim contains the active ingredient Pyrimethamine, which is used to treat protozoal infections and the dosag can vary, depending on how severe the infection is. For instance, it can start with a range anywhere from 50 to 75mgs a day, coupled with other medications and can be taken for a span ranging anywhere from 1 to 3 weeks.

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oval pill with zc 38 on one side and nothing on the other ## Hi taylor, The pill in description is Hydroxychloroquine sulfate (200 mg). Hydroxychloroquine is classified as an anti-malarial medication and is one of a number of drugs that have been used for many years in the treatment of malaria. It is also useful in treating systemic lupus erythematosus as well as rheumatoid arthritis and Sjgren's Syndrome (all rheumatic disorders). To view information about this drug, please click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do.

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Help. I have antiphospholipid antibody syn (aps), sjogrens, small vessell vasculitis, and multiple genetic clotting disorders. I have never felt that 200 mg twice a day of plaquenil has helped me much--been on it 8 years or so. I also take 10 mg prednisone coumadin, and lots other rx. Is it possible I need more plaquenil--like 300 or 400 mg twice a day? I'm dying to know if I could feel better. Nancy ## Have you discussed it with your doctor? From the drug information, it does appear that it can be used in dosages up to 600mgs a day, which would be evenly split at 300mgs twice a day. However, you really do need to discuss it with your doctor, because your full medical information and other medications must all be taken into account, before making any medication changes.

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small pink round tablet one face has nothing on it & the other face divided into two parts one has gx on it & the other part has cn3 on it ## I just recieved my supposedly vitamin d 50,000 IU prescribsion, but instead of the green oval gel capsules, I recieved a reddish brown tablet that had nothing on one side and on the other side it had a GX on the top and CM3 on the bottom. The pharmacist said it was an old version of vitamin d that they never switched out but I have no clue if this statement was true! I was just wondering if he was telling the truth, and if not then what the heck was I given? Please help ## I know you probably don't care anymore, but its Malarone, a drug used to prevent and cure malaria.

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I AM 48 YEARS OLD AND HAVE SYSTEMIC LUPUS. ABOUT 20 YEARS AGO IN SAN DIEGO, MY LUPUS DR. PUT ME ON A MIRACLE DRUG CALLED ATABRINE. THE ONLY SIDE EFFECT WAS IT MADE ME TURN A LITTLE YELLOW, UT IT WAS WELL WORTH IT! I BECAME WELL ENOUGH TO GET MARRIED AND I FELT BETTER THAN I HAD SINCE I WAS DIAGNOSED WHEN I WAS 19. NOW, HOWEVER, I AM IN DESPERATE NEED FOR IT AGAIN BUT I LIVE IN WISCONSIN AND MY LUPUS DR. HASN'T EVEN HEARD OF IT. I DONT KNOW WHAT TO DO. HE LOOKED ON THE COMPUTER AND SAID IT NO LONGER IS AVAILABLE, AND THAT DEVISTATES ME BECAUSE I AM SO ILL RIGHT NOW I ONLY WEIGH 94 LBS. ON A GOOD DAY. CAN SOMEONE HELP ME? PLEASE? ## This seems to be a fairly recent development, you aren't the first person to post about not being able to obtain this any longer. Have you spoken to y...

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I am trying to find out what kind of pill that has 688 or 698 on it and i believe it has the word watson on one side. I found this pill and affraid a loved one is up to something no good. ## The only thing close to this that I can find has WATSON 698 200 and contains 200mgs of Hydroxychloroquine, which is an antimalarial medication. Can you try to take a closer look at the pill and post back?

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The pill has an AR102 mark on it maybe that will tell you who the U.S. manufacturer is. It is for cramps. It is called Qualaquin 324mg color clear shape oblong 30 per mth. It was taken off the market because it was killing people. ## tablet pth 30 is for what purpose and ailment/discease and who is manufacturer ## Pth 30 is for decreasing the serum parathyroid hormone. increased level of PTH may reflect chronic kidney disease.

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i just filled a prescription for hydroxychloroquine and instead of the round pills i received an oblong pill with HCQS printed on one side ## Hi Susan, I don't think there's anything to worry about as long as the dosage is in line with what you were told. Manufacturers constantly change the shape or color of their pills without prior notice to the public. The pill in description marked HCQS is Hydroxychloroquine sulfate (200 mg); just as you described. Hydroxychloroquine is classified as an anti-malarial medication and is one of a number of drugs that have been used for many years in the treatment of malaria. It is also useful in treating systemic lupus erythematosus as well as rheumatoid arthritis and Sjgren's Syndrome (all rheumatic disorders). To view more detailed inform...

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