CP TAB

Overview

CP TAB is a Schedule H drug.

CP TAB is composed of: CHLOROQUINE (100.0 MG), PRIMAQUINE ( )

Chloroquine is an anti-malaria medicine that works by interfering with the growth of parasites in the red blood cells of the human body.Parasites that cause malaria typically enter the body through the bite of a mosquito. Malaria is common in areas such as Africa, South America, and Southern Asia.Chloroquine is used to treat and to prevent malaria. Chloroquine is also used to treat amebiasis (infection caused by amoebae).


Primaquine is an antiparasitic medication which treats malaria. It works by increasing the levels of heme in the blood, a substance toxic to the malarial parasite. This kills the parasite and stops the infection from spreading.

Usage

CHLOROQUINE is generally used to treat: Malaria, Amoebic Dysentery
CHLOROQUINE can address symptoms like: Fever

PRIMAQUINE is generally used to treat: Malaria

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

CP TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for CP TAB and its Constituents


  • Take this medication with meals or milk to decrease the risk of stomach upset.
  • This medication may cause blurred vision and may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful while  driving doing  anything that requires you to be alert and able to see clearly.
  • Do not start or continue the chloroquine tablets, If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to chloroquine or any of the other ingredients of chloroquine tablet.
  • Do not start or continue the chloroquine tablets, if  you are pregnant or trying to become pregnant.
  • Check the blood glucose levels during the treatment with chloroquine.
  • Consult your doctor if you experience rash with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) syndrome after taking chloroquine.Do not use long-term high dosage therapy unless no other drug is available.
  • Eye examination prior to and at 3–6 monthly intervals during use is required if patients are receiving chloroquine at continuous high doses for longer duration.
  • Full blood counts should be carried out regularly. Caution is required if drugs which induce blood disorders are used concurrently.

Large doses of primaquine must be avoided as leukopenia (a decrease in the number of white blood cells) can occur. Primaquine treatment should be discontinued immediately when leukopenia occurs. Patients should avoid pregnancy during primaquine treatment. Sexually active women should take effective contraceptive pills and men should use a condom during and 3 months after stopping the treatment.

Symptoms of Overdosage

CHLOROQUINE over-dosage can result in: Vomit, Irregular Heartbeat, Fainting, Difficult To Wake From Sleep, Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Dry Mouth, Drowsiness, Decreased Urination, Increased Thirst, Lightheadedness, Loss Of Appetite
PRIMAQUINE over-dosage can result in: Vomit, Heartburn, Abdomen Stomach Cramps, Weakness (generalized), Pale Skin

Common Side-Effects

CHLOROQUINE : Vomit, Nausea, Abdomen Pain, Mood Swings, Hearing Loss, Eyes Blurred Vision, Hair Loss, Body Itching, Ringing In Ears
PRIMAQUINE : Nausea, Vomit, Dizziness, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Abdomen Stomach Cramps

Serious Side-Effects

CHLOROQUINE : Stomach Pain, Muscle Pain, Fever, Chills, Throat Soreness, Legs Swelling, Ankles Swelling, Fatigue (tiredness), Pale Skin
PRIMAQUINE : Dizziness, Fainting, Irregular Heartbeat, Chest Pain, Lightheadedness

Rare Side-Effects

CHLOROQUINE : Hypoglycemia, Dizziness, Body Excessive Sweating, Hands Tingling, Feet Tingling
PRIMAQUINE : Face Swelling, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

PRIMAQUINE can interfere with: G6pd Deficiency, Methaemoglobinaemia, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus Erythematosus, Neutropenia, Anemia

Technical Classification

CHLOROQUINE is categorized as:
  • AMEBICIDES / ANTI-INFECTIVES
  • ANTIMALARIAL QUINOLINES / ANTIMALARIAL AGENTS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

PRIMAQUINE is categorized as: ANTIMALARIAL QUINOLINES / ANTIMALARIAL AGENTS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Available Alternatives for CP TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

CP TABINR 25.03 for 10 TABLETSCHLOROQUINE 100.0 MG, PRIMAQUINE

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

LAVCLOR TABINR 70.96 for 16 TABLETSCHLOROQUINE , PRIMAQUINE