Quin-G
Generic name:quinidine (oral/injection) [ KWIH-nih-deen ]
Drug class:Group I antiarrhythmics
The Quin-G brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.
What is Quin-G?
Quin-G is used to help keep the heart beating normally in people with certain heart rhythm disorders, usually after other treatments have failed. This medicine has not been proven to lower the risks of stroke or death.
Quin-G is also used to treat a life-threatening form of malaria.
Quin-G may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Quin-G may increase your risk of death, especially if you have heart problems affecting the tissues or valves of your heart (including heart problems you may have been born with). Ask your doctor about the risks and benefits of using Quin-G.
Before taking this medicine
Although Quin-G can reduce episodes of irregular heart rhythm, this medicine may increase your risk of death. Your risk may be higher if you have heart problems affecting the tissues or valves of your heart (including heart problems you may have been born with). Ask your doctor about the risks and benefits of using this medicine.
You should not use Quin-G if you are allergic to it, or if you have:
a serious heart condition called "AV block" (unless you have a pacemaker);
a history of bruising or bleeding after using Quin-G or quinine.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
a heart condition called "sick sinus syndrome";
slow heartbeats;
congestive heart failure;
a heart valve disorder, a hole in your heart, an enlarged heart, or mitral valve prolapse;
long QT syndrome (in you or a family member);
Marfan syndrome;
heart rhythm problems with past use of Quin-G;
liver or kidney disease; or
an electrolyte imbalance (such as low levels of potassium or magnesium in your blood).
It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
You should not breastfeed while using Quin-G.
How is Quin-G given?
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