Oxaminiquine
Overview
Oxaminiquine is anthelmintic agent. Oxaminiquine is a semisynthetic tetranhydroquinoline. Chemically Oxaminiquine is 1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-2-[[(1-methylethyl) amino] methyl]-7-nitro-6-quinoline-methanol. Oxaminiquine is the safe and active against all stages of Schistosomiasis. Oxaminiquine is administered orally.
Primary Characterstics
Indications
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Pharmacokinetics
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Contraindications
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Side Effects
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Dosage
Oxaminiquine's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose
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Single Dose
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Frequency
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Route
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Instructions
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Adult Dosage
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| 15 to 20 mg/kg | 18 (17.5) | As recommended. | PO | Once, over 2 to 3 days |
Paedriatic Dosage (20kg)
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| 10 to 15 mg/kg | 12 (12.5) | 12 hourly | Oral | For 1-3 Days |
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
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| 10 to 15 mg/kg | 12 (12.5) | 12 hourly | Oral | For 1-3 Days |
High Risk Groups
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Warning / Precautions
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Interference in Pathology
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Brands / Trade Names of
Oxaminiquine
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