Chloroquine

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Description

Chloroquine is an anti-infective medication effective against parasites. Your doctor may prescribe it to you to treat parasitic diseases like malaria and extraintestinal amebiasis.

Chloroquine malaria treatment works by disrupting the growth and metabolism of malaria in other intestines. It blocks the machinery used for cellular replication.

Directions

Take Chloroquine exactly as instructed by your doctor. The dosages are Chloroquine 250 mg and Chloroquine 500 mg.

The usual dose is based on what it is being used for:

  • Prevention of malaria: 500 mg once weekly on the same day each week, beginning 1-2 weeks before exposure to malaria. Continue for at least four weeks after exposure.
  • Treatment of amebiasis: 1 g once daily for two days, then 500 mg daily for 2-3 weeks
  • Treatment of malaria: 1 g on day 1, followed by 500 mg 6 hours later, followed by 500 mg 24 hours later, followed by 500 mg 48 hours later.

Ingredients

The active ingredient in Chloroquine is chloroquine sulfate.

Interactions

Tell your doctor about all medications you take before starting chloroquine, including:

  • Ampicillin
  • Antacids
  • Cholera vaccine
  • Dapsone
  • Domperidone
  • Kaolin
  • Lanthanum
  • Mefloquine
  • QT-prolonging agents
  • Rabies vaccine
  • Remdesivir

Cautions

Tell your doctor if you have any heart conditions before starting chloroquine because it can impact the heart rhythm.

If you have a history of kidney or liver issues, your dosage may need to be adjusted.

Chloroquine can cause involuntary movements.

Speak with your doctor about the full list of side effects associated with Chloroquine.

Side Effects

Adverse reactions to Chloroquine may include the following:

  • Abdominal cramps
  • Blurred vision
  • Changes in hair color
  • Changes in mood
  • Confusion
  • Darkening of skin
  • Depression
  • Diarrhea
  • Easy bruising
  • Hair loss
  • Headache
  • Hearing changes
  • Liver disease
  • Muscle fatigue
  • Nausea
  • Paling of lips or skin
  • Shortness of breath
  • Signs of severe infection
  • Sun sensitivity
  • Swelling
  • Tiredness
  • Unwanted movements
  • Vomiting
  • Weakness
  • Worsening of skin conditions

References

Drug [package insert]. Eatontown, NJ: Westward; 2009.


IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.

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