chlorotek 80mg oral drops

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Chloroquine (80mg)

🏭 Meditek India 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: Aug 22, 2026

📋 Prescription Required 💊 Generic Available

Medically Reviewed

SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 22, 2026

What is chlorotek 80mg oral drops used for?

Amloquin DS 250mg Tablet (Chloroquine) is used to treat OPHTHAL. It contains Chloroquine (80mg), which Inhibits heme polymerase in malarial parasites, leading to accumulation of toxic. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

Generic Name: Chloroquine
Manufacturer: Meditek India
Form: Allopathy
Pregnancy Category: A
Prescription Required: Yes

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💊 chlorotek 80mg oral drops Uses & Benefits

Malaria (treatment and prophylaxis), amebic hepatitis, lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis (off-label).

Off-label uses: Rheumatoid arthritis, lupus erythematosus, sarcoidosis, porphyria cutanea tarda.

📋 Drug Information

Generic Name(s)	Chloroquine
Brand Name	Amloquin DS 250mg Tablet
Manufacturer	Meditek India
Packaging / Form	Varies by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic Class	OPHTHAL
Action Class	Antimalarial- Aminoquinolines
Route of Administration	Oral
Storage	Store at room temperature (20-25°C); protect from light and moisture.
Shelf Life	As per manufacturer

🔬 Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionRapidly and almost completely absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract.

DistributionWidely distributed in body tissues, including eyes, liver, spleen, kidneys, and lungs.

Protein BindingApproximately 50-65%

MetabolismPartially metabolized in the liver to desethylchloroquine and other metabolites.

Half-Life30-60 days

ExcretionPrimarily renal (50-70% unchanged); also biliary and fecal.

BioavailabilityApproximately 90%

Onset of Action1-2 hours

Peak Plasma Time1-3 hours

Duration of ActionLong (weeks due to tissue accumulation)

How It Works

Inhibits heme polymerase in malarial parasites, leading to accumulation of toxic heme; also has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects.

Mechanism Steps

1Chloroquine accumulates in the acidic food vacuole of the malarial parasite.

2Inhibits heme polymerase, preventing conversion of toxic heme to hemozoin.

3Accumulation of toxic heme damages parasite membranes and leads to death.

💡 How to Take chlorotek 80mg oral drops

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

⚠️ Side Effects of chlorotek 80mg oral drops

✅ Common Side Effects

Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Abdominal cramps
Headache
Dizziness
Blurred vision
Pruritus

🚨 Serious Side Effects

Retinopathy
Cardiomyopathy
QT prolongation
Seizures
Bone marrow suppression
Hepatotoxicity
Neuromyopathy

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

Hemolytic anemia (G6PD deficiency)
Agranulocytosis
Stevens-Johnson syndrome
Photosensitivity
Hearing loss

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

🔬 Drug Interactions

⚠️ Drug	Severity	Effect
Amiodarone	Major	Increased risk of cardiotoxicity
Cimetidine	Major	Increased chloroquine levels
Cyclosporine	Major	Increased cyclosporine levels
Digoxin	Major	Increased digoxin levels
Mefloquine	Major	Increased risk of seizures
Penicillamine	Major	Increased risk of hematologic toxicity
Tamoxifen	Major	Increased risk of retinopathy
Antacids	Moderate	Decreased absorption of chloroquine
Kaolin	Moderate	Decreased absorption of chloroquine
Magnesium trisilicate	Moderate	Decreased absorption of chloroquine
Corticosteroids	Moderate	Increased risk of immunosuppression
Insulin	Moderate	Increased hypoglycemic effect
Antidiabetic agents	Moderate	Increased hypoglycemic effect
Alcohol	Minor	Increased hepatotoxicity risk
Tetracyclines	Minor	Decreased tetracycline absorption
Chlorpromazine	Minor	Increased risk of extrapyramidal symptoms

🚨 Major Interactions

Amiodarone
Cimetidine
Cyclosporine
Digoxin
Mefloquine
Penicillamine
Tamoxifen

⚡ Moderate Interactions

Antacids
Kaolin
Magnesium trisilicate
Corticosteroids
Insulin
Antidiabetic agents

ℹ️ Minor Interactions

Alcohol
Tetracyclines
Chlorpromazine

🍽️ Food Interactions

Food may increase absorption; avoid grapefruit juice.

🍷 Alcohol Interaction

May increase risk of hepatotoxicity; avoid excessive alcohol.

🛡️ Safety & Warnings

🚫 Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to chloroquine or 4-aminoquinolines; retinal or visual field changes; porphyria; myasthenia gravis; G6PD deficiency (caution).

📊 Monitoring Parameters

Complete blood count, liver function tests, renal function, ophthalmologic exam (baseline and periodic), ECG (if risk factors).

🤱 Lactation Safety

Excreted in breast milk; caution advised.

💊 Overdose Management

Immediate gastric lavage; activated charcoal; supportive care; monitor for cardiac arrhythmias, seizures, and hypotension.

⏰ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose and resume regular schedule. Do not double dose.

👨‍⚕️ Reviewed by Expert

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Last reviewed on: Aug 22, 2026

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⭐ User Reviews

Certified Buyer Jul 10, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.

Happy Patient Jul 10, 2026

Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.

Trusted Reviewer Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.