Aralen
Formulated to treat malaria to mitigate parasitic infection in the blood.
- Category
- Antiparasitics
- Active ingredient
- Chloroquine
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 250 · 500mg
Aralen details
- Condition
- Malaria
- Alternative names
- Avloclor; Nivaquine
- Therapeutic class
- Antimalarial
- Pharmacological class
- Aminoquinoline
- Known off-label uses
- rheumatoid arthritis; systemic lupus erythematosus
- Contraindications
- retinal damage; hypersensitivity; pre-existing visual field changes
- Minor side effects
- nausea; headache; diarrhoea
- Moderate side effects
- skin pigmentation; rash; visual disturbance
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Patient summary
- Formulated to treat malaria to mitigate parasitic infection in the blood.
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Sanofi
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- varies by treatment length
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Ciclosporin; Tamoxifen
- Age restrictions
- Safe for use in children if dosed by weight.
Precautions and warnings
routine eye examinations required; use with caution in psoriasis; may cause cardiac conduction issues
Serious side effects
retinopathy, requires immediate medical attention; qt interval prolongation, requires immediate medical attention
Mechanism of action
This medication functions by interfering with the growth of parasites in the red blood cells, effectively eradicating the malaria-causing organisms.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use is acceptable for malaria treatment where benefit outweighs risk. Breastfeeding: Safe in recommended doses.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Aralen
Aralen is a well-known brand containing chloroquine, an active ingredient used to treat and prevent malaria. This medication is also available under various other names such as Avloclor and Nivaquine. Manufactured by Sanofi, Aralen is supplied as a tablet in strengths of 250mg and 500mg to suit specific requirements.
Buying Aralen online
Aralen is registered across 13 markets, including the Philippines, Indonesia and Taiwan, with access also available in South Korea, Japan and the UAE. Generic chloroquine, largely produced in India, provides a more affordable option compared to the original brand for expats living far from a nearby pharmacy. Customers commonly choose to arrange this medication online for direct access and delivery across these Asian markets.