Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Loroquin is used to prevent and treat malaria caused by parasites (Plasmodium species). Loroquin works by increasing pH in the acid vesicles of parasite which interferes in the parasite's ability to break down and digest hemoglobin. Malarial parasites need hemoglobin for growth and survival, this results in starvation and death of parasites. Hence in this way, it prevents us from malaria.

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Loroquin contains chloroquine. It has antimalarial, amebicidal, and immunosuppressant activity. It is presumed that Loroquin works by increasing pH in the acid vesicles of parasite which interferes in the parasite's ability to break down and digest hemoglobin. Malarial parasites need hemoglobin for growth and survival. This results in starvation and death of parasites. Loroquin works in rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) by suppressing the immune system which provides relief to the patient from pain and inflammation. However, the exact mechanism how it works in these autoimmune diseases is still unknown.

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Yes, Loroquin has been reported to cause tinnitus (ringing in the ears) and also hearing loss which is reversible and goes away after discontinuation of this drug. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience ringing in the ears after taking this medicine, then inform your doctor about without any further delay.

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

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

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Loroquin is helpful in lupus or systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). It is used in the treatment of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) as well as rheumatoid arthritis. Loroquin works in rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) by suppressing the immune system which provides relief to the patient from pain and inflammation. However, the exact mechanism how Loroquin works in these autoimmune diseases is still unknown.