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Amebiasis

Amebiasis is an intestinal infection caused by the parasite Entamoeba histolytica, most often spread through contaminated food or water in tropical regions with poor sanitation.

Chloroquine Tablets

Chloroquine

250mg · 500mg

Chloroquine tablets for malaria and rheumatoid arthritis. It can cause severe nausea, so it is often taken with food to reduce stomach upset.

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Key points

  • Many people infected with Entamoeba histolytica carry the parasite without symptoms, while others develop diarrhoea, abdominal cramps, or in severe cases, invasive disease that can affect the liver.
  • Antibiotics treat amebiasis effectively, and the choice of medicine depends on the severity and location of the infection.

Medicines listed for Amebiasis

The catalogue lists one medicine for amebiasis: Chloroquine, supplied in 250mg and 500mg tablets. Chloroquine is classified as an antiparasitic agent and also appears in the catalogue for malaria and rheumatoid arthritis.

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