All of the following are side effects of Quinine except:: (A) QT prolongation, (B) Tinnitus, (C) Teratogenicity, (D) Hypoglycemia
Answer is C. Quinine blocks K+ channels and can lead to QT prolongation.
It can also increase Insulin secretion and causes hypoglycemia.
It is a Cinchona compound that can lead to tinnitus and vertigo.
It is not teratogenic and hence can be used in pregnancy.