This list includes 7 Medications that start with Q that start with Q, from “Quazepam” to “Quinupristin/dalfopristin”. Many are uncommon or specialized, and they are mainly used for sleep problems, bacterial infections, or other targeted clinical purposes.
Medications that start with Q are a small group of drugs with varied uses and histories. Quinine, an early antimalarial, is a notable example that shows historical influence on modern drug names.
Below you’ll find the table with Generic name, Brand name, Drug class, Common uses, and Common side effects.
Generic name: A concise entry showing the medication’s official name so you can identify the active ingredient quickly.
Brand name: Common trade names help you match the generic drug to products you may see in pharmacies.
Drug class: Shows the general category so you understand how the medicine works and what conditions it treats.
Common uses: Short summary of typical reasons the drug is prescribed, helping you find relevant treatments quickly.
Common side effects: Lists frequent adverse effects so you can recognize and discuss potential risks with your healthcare team.
Medications that start with Q
| GenericName | BrandNames | DrugClass | TypicalAdultDose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quetiapine | Seroquel | Atypical antipsychotic | 25 mg oral twice daily |
| Quinapril | Accupril | ACE inhibitor (antihypertensive) | 10 mg oral daily |
| Quinidine | Quinidex | Class IA antiarrhythmic | 200 mg oral every 6–8 hours |
| Quinine | Qualaquin | Antimalarial (antipyretic) | 650 mg oral every 8 hours |
| Quinupristin/dalfopristin | Synercid | Streptogramin antibiotic | 7.5 mg/kg IV every 8 hours |
| Quazepam | Doral | Benzodiazepine hypnotic | 15 mg oral at bedtime |
| Quinacrine | Atabrine | Antiprotozoal/antimalarial | 100 mg oral twice daily |