Kunen 300mg Tablet 10.0 tablets in 1 strip

Last Updated: March 30th, 2026

Kunen 300mg Tablet is a product of Wockhardt Ltd

Composition: Quinine (300mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

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All Details About Kunen 300mg Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Kunen 300mg Tablet

Description:

Kunen 300mg Tablet is an antiparasitic medicine, used for the treatment of malaria. It may also be used to treat and prevent nighttime leg cramps. It works by killing the malaria-causing parasite and stops the infection from spreading.

Kunen 300mg Tablet should be used 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. Take measures to reduce the chance of being bitten by mosquitoes like using insect repellent creams and mosquito repellent sprays.

Some people may experience vomiting, headache, and dizziness as side effects of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if these persist for a longer duration. Inform your doctor if you have a history of fits (seizures) or any problems with your kidney, heart, or liver.

Inform your doctor if you have diabetes as Kunen 300mg Tablet can lower the sugar levels in the blood. If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar regularly. It may cause blurring of vision. Therefore, regular eye examinations are recommended while on treatment with this medicine. 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.

Uses:

Malaria

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Kunen 300mg Tablet should be taken with or after food.

Side Effects:

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

Ordinary side effects of Kunen

Vomiting
Deafness
Headache
Dizziness
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Blurred vision
Nausea
Abdominal pain
Ringing in ear
Diarrhea
Vertigo
Increased sweating

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Kunen 300mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Kunen 300mg Tablet 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

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Kunen 300mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Kunen 300mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kunen 300mg Tablet may affect your vision and cause vertigo (dizziness or spinning sensation) which may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Kunen 300mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Kunen 300mg Tablet in patients with liver disease.

FAQs:

Who should not use Kunen 300mg Tablet?

Employ of Kunen 300mg Tablet should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Kunen 300mg Tablet or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Kunen 300mg Tablet for the first time, consult your doctor.

What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Kunen 300mg Tablet?

Earlier starting treatment with Kunen 300mg Tablet, inform your doctor if you have any other health conditions like kidney or heart-related problems. This is because certain medical conditions may affect your treatment and you may even need dose modifications. Also, let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Is Kunen 300mg Tablet safe?

Kunen 300mg Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

What if I forget to take a dose of Kunen 300mg Tablet?

If you forget a dose of Kunen 300mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Can I stop taking Kunen 300mg Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Kunen 300mg Tablet without consulting your doctor even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.

How long does it take for malaria symptoms to show?

Symptoms of malaria can develop as quickly as 7 days after you are being bitten by an infected mosquito. Typically, the time between being infected and the appearance of symptoms (incubation period) is 7 to 18 days. However, in some cases it can take up to one year for the symptoms to develop. Initial symptoms of malaria are flu-like which include feeling hot and shivery, muscle pains, vomiting, headaches and diarrhea.

How can you prevent yourself from getting malaria?

Malaria can be avoided by taking the right approach towards prevention. Avoid mosquito bites by covering your arms and legs, 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. Perceivek immediate medical advice from the doctor if you have malaria symptoms.

Can I take Kunen 300mg Tablet if I have kidney disease?

Kunen 300mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients having an impaired kidney function. Do not self medicate and avoid its use. If the impairment is very severe then the use of this medicine should be avoided. Therefore, inform your doctor before taking Kunen 300mg Tablet.

Can I take Kunen 300mg Tablet when I am pregnant?

No, the use of Kunen 300mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as it may harm your unborn baby. Perceivek proper advice from your doctor on using this medicine, if you are pregnant.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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