About Chloroquine Phosphate Tablet 250mg (Geofman)
Geofman's Chloroquine Phosphate 250mg tablet treats and prevents malaria infection safely.
Chloroquine Phosphate Tablet 250mg Uses
- Treatment of acute malaria caused by Plasmodium vivax, Plasmodium ovale, Plasmodium malariae and sensitive strains of Plasmodium falciparum.
- Prevention of malaria in people traveling to malaria prone areas.
- Treatment of amoebic liver abscess in some cases.
- Management of certain autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, under specialist supervision.
Drug Class
- Chloroquine Phosphate belongs to a class of medicines called antimalarials. It stops the malaria parasite from multiplying inside red blood cells, which helps clear the infection from the body.
What Experts Say
Health experts note that chloroquine phosphate remains useful in regions where the malaria parasite has not developed resistance to it. It works by stopping the parasite from multiplying inside red blood cells, which helps clear the infection and reduce fever, chills and body aches within a few days.
Doctors caution that chloroquine resistant malaria strains are common in many parts of the world, so a confirmed blood test result should guide treatment choice. People who take this medicine for long term conditions like lupus or rheumatoid arthritis are advised to get regular eye checkups, since prolonged use can affect the retina over time.
Medical guidelines stress that chloroquine phosphate should never be taken without a confirmed diagnosis or a doctor's prescription. Self medication can hide the symptoms of a more serious illness and raise the risk of heart rhythm problems, particularly in people who already have a heart condition or take other heart medicines.
Chloroquine Phosphate Tablet 250mg Uses in Urdu
- ملیریا کے بخار کا علاج اور اس سے بچاؤ کے لیے استعمال ہوتی ہے۔
- ملیریا زدہ علاقوں کا سفر کرنے والے افراد کے لیے احتیاطی خوراک کے طور پر دی جاتی ہے۔
- بعض اوقات جگر کے امیبک پھوڑے کے علاج میں بھی استعمال کی جاتی ہے۔
- ڈاکٹر کی نگرانی میں ریمیٹائیڈ آرتھرائٹس اور لیوپس جیسی بیماریوں میں بھی تجویز کی جاتی ہے۔
Chloroquine Phosphate Tablet 250mg (Geofman) formula
- Chloroquine Phosphate 250mg
How to use Chloroquine Phosphate Tablet 250mg (Geofman)?
- The recommended dose depends on your doctor's advice and the condition being treated.
- This tablet works best when taken with food or milk, which helps reduce stomach upset.
- Each dose should be swallowed whole with a full glass of water.
- The full course should be completed even if symptoms improve after a few doses.
- A missed dose should be taken as soon as it is remembered, without doubling the next one.
- Antacids should not be taken within four hours of this medicine, since they can lower its absorption.
Drug Interactions
- Antacids: These can reduce how well the body absorbs chloroquine phosphate if taken too close together.
- Digoxin: Chloroquine phosphate can raise digoxin levels in the blood, increasing the risk of side effects.
- Cimetidine: This can slow down how the body clears chloroquine phosphate, raising its levels.
- Other Heart Rhythm Medicines: Combining these with chloroquine phosphate can increase the risk of dangerous heart rhythm changes.
- Live Vaccines: Chloroquine phosphate may reduce the effectiveness of certain vaccines, including the oral typhoid vaccine.
Risks and warnings
- Heart Rhythm Problems: Chloroquine phosphate can affect the heart's electrical activity, so caution is needed in people with existing heart disease.
- Eye Damage: Long term or high dose use can harm the retina and affect vision, so regular eye exams are advised.
- Liver Or Kidney Disease: People with liver or kidney problems need dose adjustment and close monitoring.
- G6PD Deficiency: This medicine can trigger red blood cell breakdown in people with G6PD deficiency, a condition seen in parts of Pakistan.
- Pregnancy And Breastfeeding: Pregnancy and breastfeeding require caution, so this medicine should only be used if a doctor confirms the benefits outweigh the risks.
- Children: Chloroquine overdose is particularly dangerous in young children, so safe storage out of their reach is essential.
Chloroquine Phosphate Tablet 250mg (Geofman) Side Effects
- Nausea and stomach upset
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Loss of appetite
- Skin itching or rash
- Blurred vision
- Irregular heartbeat
- Hearing changes or ringing in the ears
Storage Conditions
- This medicine should be stored below 30 degrees Celsius in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
- The original pack keeps the tablets safe from moisture until it is time for a dose.
- Children should never have access to this medicine, since even a small overdose can be dangerous for them.
- Expired tablets should not be used, so the date printed on the pack needs a check before each dose.
