@charmedcandy I can't subscribe to irresponsibly says whatever works rule because of the harmful consequences! Things like too much salt (pickle juice) can cause people to have strokes if their BP rises too much! It can cause edema and kidney issues. Too much salt is really bad for people who have high blood pressure. Quinine is NOT an ivermectin hoax. Quinine has long helped people. But now we know and it has been BANNED for quite a long time. It should not be recommended under any circumstances. There is medicine which replaces it, that won't cause pulmonary embolisms!!!
Yes, the FDA has heavily restricted and largely banned the sale of unapproved, over-the-counter quinine products due to serious safety risks. The FDA ordered manufacturers to stop selling unapproved, high-dose quinine-containing drugs for off-label uses like leg cramps in 2006/2007. Only FDA-approved quinine (e.g., Qualaquin) is permitted for treating malaria, as it can cause fatal side effects, including arrhythmias, blood disorders, and renal failure.
Key Details on Quinine Restrictions:
OTC Ban (1994/2007): In 1994, the FDA banned over-the-counter (OTC) quinine for nocturnal leg cramps. In 2006, they ordered a stop to all marketing of unapproved, non-prescription, or improperly marketed quinine products.
Approved Usage: The only FDA-approved use for quinine is to treat malaria.
Risks: Quinine can cause severe side effects, such as cardiovascular problems, vision issues, deafness, and thrombocytopenia.
Tonic Water: Quinine in tonic water is not banned, as it contains only trace amounts for bitter flavoring.
Leg Cramps: Using quinine for leg cramps is generally considered off-label and not recommended by the FDA.