Malacure Forte 250 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Malacure Information

Malacure is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suspension, Tablet, Injection. Malaria are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The right dosage of Malacure depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Malacure have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Malacure go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Malacure is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Malacure related warnings talks about Malacure's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Porphyria must refrain from the use of Malacure since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Malacure have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Malacure may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Malacure is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Malacure Benefits & Uses
Malacure Dosage & How to Take
Malacure Side Effects
Malacure Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Malacure with Other Drugs
Malacure Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Malacure
Malacure Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Malacure Benefits & Uses

Malacure is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Malacure Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Malacure Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Malacure is used -

Malacure Related Warnings

Is the use of Malacure safe for pregnant women?

Malacure shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Malacure safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Malacure. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Malacure on the Kidneys?

Malacure can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Malacure on the Liver?

Malacure can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Malacure on the Heart?

Malacure can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Malacure with Other Drugs

Malacure should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Tramadol

Moderate

Ethambutol

Fluconazole

Ketoconazole

Levodopa

Malacure Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Malacure unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Eye Disorders
Epilepsy
Psoriasis
Hearing Loss
Porphyria

Frequently asked Questions about Malacure

Is this Malacure habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Malacure has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Malacure, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Malacure can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Malacure is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Malacure cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Malacure Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Malacure

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Malacure, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Malacure

Information about the interaction of Malacure and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Malacure

Question over 5 years ago

Does Malacure cause hair loss?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Rarely, Malacure causes hair loss (alopecia). This problem goes away after discontinuation of this drug. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with the doctor for best possible treatment to hair loss.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Malacure?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

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

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Malacure cause fatigue?

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, Malacure can cause fatigue, this occurs in a few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of fatigue is unknown. If you experience tiredness after taking this drug, then try to take some rest even after that if you feel excessive tiredness then do discuss with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Malacure?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Malacure 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 Malacure 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. Malacure is also used off-label for the treatment of porphyria cutanea tarda (PCT) a blood disorder that affects the skin.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Malacure affect blood sugar levels?

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

Yes, Malacure 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.