Aralen Tablets
Chemical
Name: CHLOROQUINE (KLOR-oh-kwin)
Common Aralen uses
This
medicine is an antimalarial and amebicidal agent
used to prevent and treat malaria. It may also
be used to treat other conditions as determined
by your doctor.
Before using Aralen
Some
medicines or medical conditions may interact
with this medicine. INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR
PHARMACIST of all prescription and
over-the-counter medicine that you are taking.
DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE if you are also taking
astemizole, cisapride, quinacrine, or
terfenadine. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE
OR CONDITION may be needed if you are taking
cyclosporine or macrolide antibiotics. Inform
your doctor of any other medical conditions,
allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding. Contact
your doctor or pharmacist if you have any
questions or concerns about taking this
medicine.
Aralen Directions
Follow
the directions for using this medicine provided
by your doctor. TAKE THIS MEDICINE with food or
after meals. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room
temperature in a tightly-closed container, away
from heat and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS
MEDICINE, take it as soon as possible. If it is
almost time for your next dose, skip the missed
dose and go back to your regular dosing
schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Aralen Cautions
KEEP
ALL DOCTOR AND LABORATORY APPOINTMENTS while you
are taking this medicine. THIS MEDICINE MAY
CAUSE blurred vision. Do not drive, operate
machinery, or do anything else that could be
dangerous until you can see clearly. KEEP OUT OF
THE REACH of children. IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING
PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits
and risks of using this medicine during
pregnancy. THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED IN BREAST
MILK. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while taking this
medicine.
Possible side effects of Aralen
SIDE
EFFECTS that may occur while taking this
medicine include mild headache, nausea,
diarrhea, loss of appetite, stomach cramps, or
itching. If they continue or are bothersome,
check with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR
AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience vomiting,
sensitivity to light, changes in vision or
hearing, ringing in ears, sore throat or fever,
personality changes, weakness, or seizures. If
you notice other effects not listed above,
contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug interactions
Drug
interactions can result in unwanted side effects
or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Use
our drug interaction checker to find out if your
medicines interact with each other.
Check drug interactions
If you take too much Aralen
If
overdose is suspected, contact your local poison
control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include headache,
drowsiness, visual disturbances, nausea,
vomiting, and seizures.
Additional Aralen information
DO NOT
SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was
not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for
other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out
of the reach of children. IF USING THIS MEDICINE
FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills
before your supply runs out.
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