Treating and suppressing acute attacks of certain strains of malaria and a certain type of parasitic infection (extraintestinal amebiasis). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Chloroquine is an aminoquinoline. It is thought to kill sensitive malaria parasites by stopping normal metabolism inside the parasite.
Item |
Specification |
Specific rotation |
+39.5 to +41.5° |
State of solution(transmittance) |
Clear 98.0% min. |
Chloride[cl] |
0.020% max. |
Ammonium [NH4] |
0.02% max. |
Sulfate[SO4] |
0.020% max |
Iron[Fe] |
10ppm max. |
Heavy metals [Pb] |
10ppm max |
Arsenic[As2O3] |
1ppm max |
Other amino acids |
Chromatographically not detectable |
Loss on drying |
0.20% max. |
Residue on ignition[sulfated] |
0.10% max. |
Assay |
99.0% min |
Packaging details:
Packaging details: |
25kg/drum with double plastic bags inside; packed in a cardboard drum or fiber HDPE drum. |
Storage: |
Stored in a clean, cool, dry area; keep away from moisture and strong, direct light/heat |
Shelf Life: |
5 years if sealed and store away from direct sun light. |