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The alkaloid used for malaria treatment is ________________.

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Malaria is caused by Plasmodium species.

ANSWER -

The ALKALOIDS used for malaria treatment are quinine and quinidine.

● Extra information -

  • Quinine and quinidine are cinchona alkaloids which have as ANTIMALARIAL, antipyretic, analgesic, anti-inflammatory action.
  • They act as schizonticide and gemetocide against Plasmodium.
  • It is used for all i.e. prophylaxis, treatment and radical cure of malaria.

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