Mahaquin 250mg Tablet

4.7 (15 reviews)

Chloroquine (250mg)

🏭 Mankind Pharma Ltd 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: Aug 22, 2026

📋 Prescription Required 💊 Generic Available

Medically Reviewed

SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 22, 2026

What is mahaquin 250mg tablet used for?

Mahaquin 250mg Tablet is used for various conditions, primarily malaria. It contains Chloroquine, which works by killing the malaria parasite. It may also be used for certain autoimmune diseases. Always take under medical supervision.

Generic Name: Chloroquine (250mg)
Manufacturer: Mankind Pharma Ltd
Form: Allopathy
Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
Prescription Required: Yes

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💊 mahaquin 250mg tablet Uses & Benefits

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📋 Drug Information

Generic Name(s)	Chloroquine (250mg)
Brand Name	mahaquin 250mg tablet
Manufacturer	Mankind Pharma Ltd
Packaging / Form	Varies by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic Class	OPHTHAL
Action Class	Antimalarial- Aminoquinolines
Route of Administration	Oral
Storage	Room temperature (15-30°C), away from moisture
Shelf Life	As per manufacturer

💡 How to Take mahaquin 250mg tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

Dosage Timeline

🌅 Morning ✅ ☀️ Afternoon ❌ 🌆 Evening ✅ 🌙 Night ❌

⚠️ Side Effects of mahaquin 250mg tablet

✅ Common Side Effects

Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Dizziness
Stomach pain

🚨 Serious Side Effects

Vision changes
Hearing loss
Muscle weakness
Seizures

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

Bone marrow suppression
Skin rash
Hair loss

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

🔬 Drug Interactions

⚠️ Drug	Severity	Effect
Amiodarone	Major	Increased risk of arrhythmias
Cimetidine	Moderate	Increased chloroquine levels
Antacids	Minor	Reduced absorption of chloroquine

🚨 Major Interactions

Amiodarone
Mefloquine
Digoxin

⚡ Moderate Interactions

Cimetidine
Antacids
Kaolin

ℹ️ Minor Interactions

Penicillamine
Cyclosporine
Insulin

🍽️ Food Interactions

Take with food or milk to reduce gastrointestinal irritation. Avoid grapefruit juice as it may affect drug levels.

🍷 Alcohol Interaction

Alcohol may increase the risk of side effects like dizziness and liver toxicity. Avoid alcohol while taking this medicine.

🛡️ Safety & Warnings

Liver

Moderate

Kidney

Moderate

Heart

Low

🚫 Contraindications

Do not use in patients with known hypersensitivity to chloroquine or 4-aminoquinoline compounds. Contraindicated in patients with retinal or visual field changes, and in those with a history of epilepsy.

⚠️ Warnings & Precautions

Use with caution in patients with liver or kidney disease. Long-term use may cause retinal damage; regular eye exams are recommended. Monitor for signs of blood disorders. Avoid in patients with psoriasis or porphyria.

💊 Overdose Management

In case of overdose, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms may include headache, drowsiness, seizures, and cardiac arrest. Treatment is symptomatic and supportive.

⏰ Missed Dose

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose.

👨‍⚕️ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 22, 2026

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⭐ User Reviews

Trusted Reviewer Jul 11, 2026

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

Happy Patient Jul 11, 2026

Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.

Regular Customer Jul 11, 2026