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Chloroquine – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: NIVAQUINE

Strength: 50 mg/5ml | Form: Syrup

Price in UAE: AED 82.41

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Chloroquine

Class: | Antimalarial agent, 4-aminoquinoline Use: | Treatment and prevention of malaria; treatment of amebic dysentery; rheumatoid arthritis and lupus erythematosus (off-label) Adult dose: | For malaria: 600 mg (as base) initially, followed by 300 mg at 6, 24, and 48 hours; for prevention: 300 mg weekly Pediatric dose: | For malaria: 10 mg/kg (max 600 mg) initially, followed by 5 mg/kg at 6, 24, and 48 hours; for prevention: 5 mg/kg weekly Side effects: | Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abd

Drug Class

Antimalarial agent, 4-aminoquinoline

Uses & Indications

Treatment and prevention of malaria; treatment of amebic dysentery; rheumatoid arthritis and lupus erythematosus (off-label)

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from light and moisture

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Sanofi Aventis, UNITED KINGDOM

Package Size

100ml Bottle

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 82.41

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

For malaria: 600 mg (as base) initially, followed by 300 mg at 6, 24, and 48 hours; for prevention: 300 mg weekly

Pediatric Dose

For malaria: 10 mg/kg (max 600 mg) initially, followed by 5 mg/kg at 6, 24, and 48 hours; for prevention: 5 mg/kg weekly

Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, headache, dizziness, visual disturbances, skin rash

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to chloroquine or 4-aminoquinoline compounds; pre-existing retinal or visual field changes; psoriasis; porphyria

Important Warnings

Risk of severe hypoglycemia; potential for retinopathy with long-term use; caution in patients with liver disease, G6PD deficiency, or cardiac conditions; monitor for signs of overdose and toxicity.

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Chloroquine available in UAE pharmacies:

AVLOCLOR 250 mg Tablets CHLOROQUINE PHOSPHATE 50 mg/5ml Oral Suspension LARIAGO 50 mg/5ml Oral Suspension NIVAQUINE 50 mg/5ml Syrup RESOCHIN 250 mg Tablets

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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