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Chloroquine
How Chloroquine works
Chloroquine is a weak base that reaches high concentration within the malarial parasite and causes accumulation of toxic heme pigment, which kills it.
Side Effects
Abdominal pain, Mood changes, Vomiting, Dizziness, Muscle weakness, Loss of appetite, Hair loss, Itching, Hearing disorder, Blurred vision, Visual disturbance, Headache, Bloating, Altered heart rate, Photopsia (presence of perceived flashes of light), Eye disorder, Drowsiness, Ringing in ear, Rash
Usage
Chloroquine is used in the treatment of malaria.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is chloroquine a quinine/antibiotic/ contain sulpha/ is still used?No, it is 4-aminoquinoline and not a quinine/antibiotic. It does not contain sulfa. It is used for the treatment of malaria (due to P. vivax, P.malariae, P. ovale, and susceptible strains of P. falciparum), prevention and suppression of malaria, amoebic hepatitis and abscess, discoid and systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis
Q. Is Chloroquine available over the counter?Yes,it is available over the counter
Q. Is Chloroquine safe in G6PD deficiency?No, as there may be a risk of hemolysis in patients with G6PD deficiency. Always consult your doctor regarding its use
Q. Is Chloroquine banned in Nigeria?Yes, it is banned in Nigeria
Q. What is Lariago tablet/Lariago syrup/Lariago-DS/ Resochin used for?These are the trade names of products containing the drug chloroquine and are used in the treatment of malaria
Q. Does Chloroquine affect birth control/ affect the birth control pill/contraceptive pill/ menstrual cycle?No, it does not affect birth control/ affect birth control pill/contraceptive pill/ menstrual cycle. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use
Q. Does Chloroquine cause nightmares/insomnia?Chloroquine causing these side effects is rare or uncommon. Always consult your doctor for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.
