Quinine Pregnancy and Breast Feeding Warnings
Quinine is also known as: QM-260, Qualaquin
Overview
Do not use Quinine Capsules if you are pregnant. Avoid becoming pregnant while you are taking it. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor right away. Quinine Capsules is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Quinine Capsules, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
Quinine Pregnancy Warnings
Quinine has been assigned to pregnancy category C by the FDA. Animal studies have revealed evidence of teratogenicity. There are no controlled data in human pregnancy. Congenital abnormalities (including damage to the auditory and optic nerve) have been reported following the use of large doses of quinine for its abortifacient effect. Quinine is only recommended for use during pregnancy when there are no alternatives and benefit outweighs risk.
Quinine Lactation Warnings
Quinine is excreted into human milk in small amounts. Adverse effects in the nursing infant are unlikely, but the diagnosis of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency should be ruled out before breast-feeding. Quinine is considered compatible with breast-feeding by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
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