# Quinine Sulfate (Chininum Salicylicum)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/quinine-sulfate
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Quinine Sulfate?

Quinine Sulfate (brand name: Chininum Salicylicum) is an antimalarial. It is prescribed to treat babesiosis, muscle cramp, malaria. Across the United States, 39 doctors prescribe Quinine to approximately 32 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Chininum Salicylicum

## Indications

Quinine Sulfate is prescribed for several conditions including babesiosis, muscle cramp, malaria, among others.

## Conditions treated

- [Babesiosis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/babesiosis)
- [Muscle Cramp](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/muscle-cramp)
- [Malaria](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/malaria)
- [Falciparum](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/falciparum)

## Mechanism of action

killing the organisms that cause malaria

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: antimalarials
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

Contact your doctor or pharmacist for complete side effect information for this medication

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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