Chloroquine Tablets
Malaria, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Amebiasis
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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Chloroquine
Chloroquine (formerly sold as Aralen) is an antimalarial and amebicide used to prevent and treat Malaria, amebiasis and Rheumatoid Arthritis. One product sits on this shelf: Chloroquine Tablets in 250 mg and 500 mg strengths.
Key points
- Chloroquine kills the organisms that cause malaria and amebiasis, placing it in the Antiparasitics class.
- It can cause serious vision problems; stop taking it and get urgent medical help if you notice changes in your vision.
- The brand name Aralen is no longer on the market, so Chloroquine Tablets is the generic form available here.
What to watch for
Chloroquine can affect the heart rhythm, and irregular heartbeats, dizziness or fainting while taking it need urgent medical help. Children are especially sensitive to a chloroquine overdose, so keep the tablets out of their reach. If you are breastfeeding, chloroquine can harm a nursing infant. For long-term use, regular eye exams matter because of the vision risk.
Further reading
What is chloroquine used for?
Chloroquine is used to prevent and treat malaria, and to treat amoebiasis and rheumatoid arthritis. It is an antimalarial and amoebicide that kills the organisms causing malaria and amoebiasis.
How long does chloroquine take to work?
Chloroquine usually takes 1 to 2 days to show its full effect. Its effect usually lasts 1 to 2 weeks.
What are the side effects of chloroquine?
Common side effects include nausea, vomiting and abdominal cramps. Headache, itching (pruritus) and transient visual disturbances can also occur, and serious effects include irreversible retinopathy and myocardial dysfunction, which need immediate medical attention. Stop taking chloroquine and get urgent medical help if you notice changes in your vision, and speak to your doctor or pharmacist about any other side effects.
Can chloroquine be taken with other medicines?
Chloroquine can interact with digoxin, cimetidine and antacids. Speak to your doctor or pharmacist if you take any of these.
Who should not take chloroquine?
Chloroquine should not be taken by people with retinopathy, a history of macular disease or hypersensitivity to chloroquine. If you are breastfeeding, chloroquine can harm your nursing infant.
Which chloroquine products does Direct Meds sell?
On Direct Meds, chloroquine comes as Chloroquine Tablets. Compare their forms, strengths and packs.
What brand names is chloroquine sold under?
Chloroquine is also sold under brand names such as Aralen. Names differ from country to country, so the active ingredient is the surest way to compare products.
How much does chloroquine cost in South Africa?
Compare the rand prices for each product, strength and pack above. Prices are converted from US dollars. Larger packs usually cost less per tablet.
Payment and prices →Can I buy chloroquine over the counter in South Africa?
Yes, online. Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order chloroquine. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I buy chloroquine online in South Africa?
Yes. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
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