Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Chloroquine + Primaquine is a brand name of chloroquine and it comes in the form of a tablet, capsule, injection, and oral suspension. It belongs to the class of drugs known as antimalarials which have amebicidal activity. It is a prescription drug that is used in the treatment of malaria which is a vector-borne infectious disease caused by parasites Plasmodium species. These are Plasmodium falciparum, Plasmodium malariae, Plasmodium ovale, and Plasmodium vivax. Apart from this Chloroquine + Primaquine is also used in the treatment of extraintestinal amebiasis which is the protozoal infection caused by parasite Entamoeba histolytica. It is also used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) both are autoimmune diseases which causes inflammation and pain. Chloroquine + Primaquine is also used off-label for the treatment of porphyria cutanea tarda (PCT) a blood disorder that affects the skin.

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Yes, long-term use of Chloroquine + Primaquine may cause weight loss but this occurs rarely. It is a rare side effect of Chloroquine + Primaquine. However, if you are experiencing unusual rapid weight loss and you are in doubt that Chloroquine + Primaquine is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly. 

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Chloroquine + Primaquine should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Yes, Chloroquine + Primaquine can affect blood sugar levels. It has been reported to lower the blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case if you feel lightheadedness, shaking or increased heartbeat after taking this drug then drink a glass of fruit juice, eat candies to restore your blood sugar levels and report to your doctor.

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Oral tablet and suspension of Chloroquine + Primaquine should be taken by mouth 1 - 2 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. Ideally, Chloroquine + Primaquine has to be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. Precautions must be taken in patients with heart diseases.