Along with its needing effects, a drug may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention. When this drug is using for a short time, side effects are not generally serious. However, if this drug is using for a long time andin high doses, other more serious side effects may occur.
Check with your family doctor immediately if any of the following side effects was happen
Less common
Black, tarry stools; blood in urine or stools; cough or hoarseness accompanied by a fever or chills; pinpoint red spots on skin; skin rash, redness, itching or peeling; unusual bleeding or bruising
Rare
Vision changes; yellow discoloration of eyes and skin Note:
Yellow discoloration of skin, without involvement of the eyes, may be due to the dye characteristics of quinacrine. Check with your family doctor if you have questions about yellow discoloration.
Symptoms of Overdose
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur
Convulsions - seizures; fainting; irregular heartbeat
More common side effects may occur that usually don't needed medical attention. These side effects may go away during treat as your body adjusts to the drug. However, check with your family doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome.
More Common
Abdominal or stomach cramps; diarrhea; dizziness; fever; headache; loss of appetite; nausea or vomiting
Quinacrine is a dye-like drug and commonly causes yellow discoloration of the skin and urine and darkening of the fingernails and toenails . These side effects are only temporary and will go away when you stop taking this drug. However, if you notice yellow discoloration of your eyes, check with your family doctor as soon as possible because medical attention may be required.
Less common
Chest pain - for injection form only
More common side effects not listed may also occur in some diseaseds. If you notice any other problems, check with your family doctor.