QUININE sulfate, 300mg, tab.
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DORAQUIN3T-
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Account code:
60000
HS Code:
300460
Last Updated on:
07/11/2024, 17:51:03
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Code(s):
-X
6.5.3.1 - For curative treatment
Classification of the medicines in groups and subgroups according to their therapeutic use.
The classification used by MSF is based on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines.
P01BC01
Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification according to WHOCC
Thermosensitive codes are defined for storage and transportation temperature requirements of the products.
The product is part of at least one Kit.
A kit is a collection of products (medical and/or logistic) that are needed for a certain intervention in emergency. The choice and quantity of the articles reflects the MSF protocols for this specific situation. The use of Kits allows to start an intervention without a detailed evaluation.
QUININE sulfate
Therapeutic Action
Antimalarial
Indications
Uncomplicated P. falciparum malaria, when artemisinin-based combinations cannot be used.
Instructions for use
Strength and dose are expressed in salts. The dosage is the same for all quinine salts (formate, sulfate, hydrochloride, dihydrochloride), except for quinine bisulfate which contains less active ingredient than sulfate and requires special dosage.
(Cf Introduction: Expression of the medicines' active ingredients content)
In areas where quinine resistance is reported, combine with oral doxycycline or clindamycin.
Storage
Below 25°C ‐ Protect from sunlight