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Basoquin Suspension

Amodiaquine (150mg)

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Basoquin Suspension is an antiparasitic medicine. It is used for the treatment of malaria. It works by killing the malaria-causing parasites and reduces their number in your body. This way it stops the infection from spreading.

Written By Dr. Swati Mishra, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS,
Last updated on 25 Nov 2025 | 03:05 PM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Amodiaquine (150mg)

Marketer

Parke Davis India Ltd

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Product introduction

Basoquin Suspension is generally given in combination with another antimalarial medicine. Take Basoquin Suspension 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. Stopping it early can result in treatment failure and increase the side effects too.

Take measures, such as using insect repellent creams on parts of your body not covered by clothing, to reduce the chance of being bitten by mosquitoes. Spray mosquito repellant to kill any mosquitoes that may have entered rooms in spite of screening. Wear light-colored and covered clothing when you are outside after sunset.

Some of the common side effects of this medicine include weakness, headache, dizziness, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, and itching. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects bother you or get worse. They may be able to suggest ways to reduce or treat the side effects.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions such as kidney and liver diseases, problems with your heart, high blood pressure, or low levels of white blood cells. Let your doctor also know about all the medicines you are taking to make sure it is safe for you. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before taking this medicine.

Uses of Basoquin Suspension

Malaria

Benefits of Basoquin Suspension

Malaria
Malaria is a serious or life-threatening illness that is spread by a parasite that enters the human body by the bite of infected mosquitoes. Basoquin Suspension effectively treats malaria. However, this medicine should not be used to prevent malaria or to treat severe cases of malaria.

Take it as advised by the doctor. 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 Basoquin Suspension

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 Basoquin

Weakness
Headache
Dizziness
Loss of appetite
Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach pain
Diarrhea
Itching

How to use Basoquin Suspension

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Basoquin Suspension should be taken with or after food.

How Basoquin Suspension works

Basoquin Suspension is an antiparasitic medication that treats malaria. It works by increasing the levels of haeme in the blood, a substance toxic to the malarial parasite. This kills the parasite and stops the infection from spreading.

Quick tips

Take it with food to decrease the risk of stomach upset.
Tips to reduce the chance of being bitten by mosquitoes:
- Wear light-colored and covered clothing when you are outside after sunset.
- Use insect repellent creams or sprays on parts of your body not covered by clothing.
- Spray to kill any mosquitoes that may have entered rooms despite screening.
Eye examination before and at 3–6 monthly intervals during use is required if patients are receiving Basoquin Suspension at continuous high doses for a longer duration.
It may cause low blood sugar levels. Monitor your blood sugar level regularly, if you are diabetic.
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.
Basoquin Suspension is used for the prevention and treatment of malaria.
Take it with food to decrease the risk of stomach upset.
Tips to reduce the chance of being bitten by mosquitoes:
- Wear light-colored and covered clothing when you are outside after sunset.
- Use insect repellent creams or sprays on parts of your body not covered by clothing.
- Spray to kill any mosquitoes that may have entered rooms despite screening.
It may cause a blurring of vision when you first start taking it. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
Eye examination before and at 3–6 monthly intervals during use is required if patients are receiving Basoquin Suspension at continuous high doses for a longer duration.
It may cause low blood sugar levels. Monitor your blood sugar level regularly, if you are diabetic.
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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Basoquin Suspension

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Basoquin Suspension is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Basoquin Suspension may be safe to use during breastfeeding. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Driving

UNSAFE

Basoquin Suspension may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Basoquin Suspension should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

CAUTION

Basoquin Suspension should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Basoquin with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Moderate

Chlorpromazine (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Amodiaquine may reduce blood levels of active form of Chlorpromazine.

Moderate

Chlorpromazine (Injection Route)

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Amodiaquine may reduce blood levels of active form of Chlorpromazine.

Moderate

Efavirenz (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, headache, dizziness, itching or skin rash and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the doses as per the observations. Efavirenz may raise blood levels of Amodiaquine.

Mild

Chlorpheniramine Maleate (Injection Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms. Chlorpheniramine Maleate may decrease the metabolism of Amodiaquine.

Mild

Chlorpheniramine Maleate (Oral Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms. Chlorpheniramine Maleate may decrease the metabolism of Amodiaquine.

Frequently asked questions

Who should not use Basoquin Suspension?

Use of Basoquin Suspension should be avoided if you are allergic to Basoquin Suspension or any of its components or if. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Basoquin Suspension for the first time, consult your doctor. It should also be avoided in case of severe liver disease, if you have ever suffered from sudden high fevers, shaking, severe sore throat or ulcers in the mouth during treatment with Basoquin Suspension earlier or if you have an eye disease with damage to your retina.

Can Basoquin Suspension be used during pregnancy?

No this medicine should not be used during pregnancy without medical advice particularly during the first 3 months of pregnancy. If you learn that you are pregnant during the treatment, consult your doctor.

Can Basoquin Suspension be given to children?

This medicine should not be used in children less than 1 year of age, as appropriate dose adjustments cannot be made with this formulation.

What are some of the serious side-effects of Basoquin Suspension?

Some of the serious side-effects of Basoquin Suspension are low white blood cell count (which can make you more prone to infections), liver disease and eye disorders.

How long does it take for malaria symptoms to show?

Symptoms of malaria can develop as quickly as 7 days after you are bitten by an infected mosquito. Usually, the symptoms may take upto 7 to 18 days to appear (incubation periods) from the day of the infection. Initial symptoms of malaria are flu-like which include feeling hot and shivery, fever, muscle pains, vomiting, headaches and diarrhea.

How can you prevent yourself from getting malaria?

Malaria can be prevented by taking certain precautionary steps like covering your arms and legs to prevent mosquito bites, 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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

4- aminoquinolines

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI MALARIALS

Action Class

Antimalarial- Aminoquinolines

Related lab tests

Malarial Falciparum & Vivax Antigen

Malarial Parasite Identification

Peripheral Smear Examination

Peripheral Smear for Malaria

References

Vinetz JM, Clain J, Bounkeua V, et al. Chemotherapy of Malaria. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1396-98.
Temple WA, Smith NA. Amodiaquine Hydrochloride. INCHEM. 1993. [Accessed 30 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:

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Name: Parke Davis India Ltd
Address: 1216/4A PAVILLE HOUSEOFF VEER SAVARKAR MARG PRABHADEVI MUMBAI MH 400025 IN

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Basoquin Suspension

Benefits of Basoquin Suspension

Side effects of Basoquin Suspension

How to use Basoquin Suspension

How Basoquin Suspension works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Chlorpromazine (Oral Route)

Chlorpromazine (Injection Route)

Efavirenz (Oral Route)

Chlorpheniramine Maleate (Injection Route)

Chlorpheniramine Maleate (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

Who should not use Basoquin Suspension?

Can Basoquin Suspension be used during pregnancy?

Can Basoquin Suspension be given to children?

What are some of the serious side-effects of Basoquin Suspension?

How long does it take for malaria symptoms to show?

How can you prevent yourself from getting malaria?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Malarial Falciparum & Vivax Antigen

Malarial Parasite Identification

Peripheral Smear Examination

Peripheral Smear for Malaria

References

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