Chloroquine + Primaquine is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Chloroquine + Primaquine have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Chloroquine + Primaquine depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Chloroquine + Primaquine is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Chloroquine + Primaquine is used -
Unknown
Is the use of Chloroquine + Primaquine safe for pregnant women?
Chloroquine + Primaquine may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Chloroquine + Primaquine again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Chloroquine + Primaquine safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Chloroquine + Primaquine. Immediately discontinue Chloroquine + Primaquine if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Chloroquine + Primaquine on the Kidneys?
Chloroquine + Primaquine is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Chloroquine + Primaquine on the Liver?
Chloroquine + Primaquine may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Chloroquine + Primaquine on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Chloroquine + Primaquine on the heart have been reported.
Chloroquine + Primaquine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Chloroquine + Primaquine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Chloroquine + Primaquine habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Chloroquine + Primaquine has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Chloroquine + Primaquine
Taking Chloroquine + Primaquine with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Chloroquine + Primaquine
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Chloroquine + Primaquine as it can have severe side effects.
No, Chloroquine + Primaquine does not decrease blood pressure (hypotension). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing lightheadedness or blurry vision which are symptoms of low blood pressure after taking this drug then try to sit down and rest for a while till it subsides.
Yes Chloroquine + Primaquine can be taken with paracetamol. Paracetamol does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Chloroquine + Primaquine. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Chloroquine + Primaquine 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. Chloroquine + Primaquine 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 Chloroquine + Primaquine works in these autoimmune diseases is still unknown.
Chloroquine + Primaquine contains chloroquine. It has antimalarial, amebicidal, and immunosuppressant activity. It is presumed that Chloroquine + Primaquine 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. Chloroquine + Primaquine 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.
Take Chloroquine + Primaquine as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.
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