Chloroquine Tablets
Chloroquine tablets for malaria and rheumatoid arthritis. It can cause severe nausea, so it is often taken with food to reduce stomach upset.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 250mg | 30 tablets | $66.00 | $2.20 |
| 250mg | 60 tablets | $105.00 | $1.75 |
| 250mg | 90 tablets | $142.00 | $1.58 |
| 250mg | 120 tablets | $179.00 | $1.49 |
| 250mg | 180 tablets | $254.00 | $1.41 |
| 250mg | 270 tablets | $367.00 | $1.36 |
| 250mg | 360 tablets | $480.00 | $1.33 |
| 500mg | 30 tablets | $71.00 | $2.37 |
| 500mg | 60 tablets | $116.00 | $1.93 |
| 500mg | 90 tablets | $157.00 | $1.74 |
| 500mg | 120 tablets | $189.00 | $1.58 |
| 500mg | 180 tablets | $253.00 | $1.41 |
| 500mg | 360 tablets | $454.00 | $1.26 |
- Category
- Antiparasitics
- Active ingredient
- Chloroquine
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 250mg · 500mg
A generic with the stated active ingredient and strength. The maker is confirmed before dispatch.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Chloroquine Tablets on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Malaria · Rheumatoid Arthritis · Amebiasis
- Alternative names
- aralen
- Therapeutic class
- Aminoquinoline
- Pharmacological class
- Antimalarial Agent
- Contraindications
- retinopathy; history of macular disease; hypersensitivity to chloroquine
- Minor side effects
- nausea; vomiting; abdominal cramps
- Moderate side effects
- headache; pruritus; transient visual disturbances
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Onset time
- 1–2 days
- Duration
- 1–2 weeks
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Digoxin; Cimetidine; Antacids
- Age restrictions
- Approved for all paediatric and adult populations.
Serious side effects
irreversible retinopathy, requires immediate medical attention; myocardial dysfunction, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Chloroquine tablets for malaria and rheumatoid arthritis. It can cause severe nausea, so it is often taken with food to reduce stomach upset.
Mechanism of action
Concentrates within parasite acid food vacuoles, raising pH to prevent required haemoglobin degradation and causing toxic cell accumulation.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: High doses contraindicated. Breastfeeding: Expelled in low quantities.
FAQ
Is Chloroquine a generic?
Yes. Chloroquine is a generic medicine sold under the name of its active ingredient, chloroquine, rather than under a brand. The exact manufacturer depends on stock.
How is Chloroquine priced?
The price varies with strength and pack size. Chloroquine comes in 250mg and 500mg strengths, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets, and the price of every option is shown above. Prices are set in US dollars and converted. Larger packs cost less per tablet.
Payment and prices →Is Chloroquine sold under other names?
Other brand names for chloroquine include Aralen. In South Africa, chloroquine is also sold under brand names such as Plasmoquine.
What is Chloroquine used for?
Chloroquine is used for malaria, rheumatoid arthritis and amebiasis.
How long does Chloroquine take to work?
Chloroquine usually starts to work within 1 to 2 days. How quickly it works can differ from one person to another.
What side effects can Chloroquine cause?
The common side effects of chloroquine are nausea, vomiting and abdominal cramps. Less common ones include headache, itching (pruritus) and transient visual disturbances. Serious but less common side effects include irreversible retinopathy and myocardial dysfunction, which need urgent medical attention.
What does Chloroquine interact with?
Chloroquine can interact with digoxin, cimetidine and antacids. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start taking Chloroquine.
Can I buy Chloroquine over the counter in South Africa?
Online, yes: 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 →Do you deliver Chloroquine to 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.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Chloroquine Tablets is a generic, listed by its active ingredient, Chloroquine.
- The maker is confirmed before dispatch.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry details.