Aralen
Chloroquine 250mg and 500mg tablets, used for malaria. An aminoquinoline that interferes with parasite growth inside the red blood cells.
- Category
- Antiparasitics
- Active ingredient
- Chloroquine
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 250 · 500mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Aralen on your behalf.
- 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
- Originator
- 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
Patient summary
Chloroquine 250mg and 500mg tablets, used for malaria. An aminoquinoline that interferes with parasite growth inside the red blood cells.
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: Confirm breastfeeding suitability with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use.
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. Aralen is supplied as a tablet in strengths of 250mg and 500mg to suit specific requirements.
Buying Aralen online
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 Thailand and the rest of Asia.
Is the Aralen sold here the branded version?
No. Aralen is the originator brand name, made by Sanofi, and Yasabai uses it to identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient (chloroquine) at the same dose, mostly a recognised Indian branded generic. The exact brand depends on stock.
How is Aralen priced?
The price varies with strength and pack size. Aralen comes in 250 and 500mg strengths, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets, and the price per tablet for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tablet. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
What are other brand names for chloroquine?
Other brands of chloroquine include Avloclor and Nivaquine.
What conditions is Aralen used for?
Aralen contains chloroquine, used for malaria. Chloroquine functions by interfering with the growth of parasites in the red blood cells, effectively eradicating the malaria-causing organisms.
How long does Aralen take to work?
Chloroquine usually starts to work within 1 to 2 hours. How quickly it works can differ from one person to another.
Does Aralen have side effects?
Yes. The common side effects of chloroquine are nausea, headache and diarrhoea. Less common ones include skin pigmentation, rash and visual disturbance. Serious but less common side effects include retinopathy and QT interval prolongation, which need urgent medical attention.
What does Aralen interact with?
Chloroquine can interact with ciclosporin and tamoxifen. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start Aralen.
Do I need a prescription to buy Aralen in Thailand?
No. In Thailand chloroquine is sold by pharmacists without a prescription, and Yasabai does not ask for one either. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver Aralen to Thailand?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Thailand and across Asia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Aralen is the originator brand name, made by Sanofi. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Sanofi and do not ship the original Aralen.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Chloroquine) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.