Aralen Availability
Aralen and Chloroquine Product Details
| Medication | Aralen / Chloroquine Phosphate |
|---|---|
| Active ingredient | Chloroquine phosphate |
| Reference brand | Aralen |
| Product type | Generic prescription medication; Aralen is the reference brand name |
| Drug class | Antimalarial and amebicidal drug |
| Dosage form | Film-coated oral tablets |
| Displayed strength | 500 mg chloroquine phosphate, equivalent to 300 mg chloroquine base |
| Manufacturer | Provided by the assigned dispensing pharmacy |
| Country of manufacture | Provided for the available finished product |
| NDC | Provided for the available finished product |
| FDA status | FDA-approved generic chloroquine phosphate tablets are available in the United States; the assigned pharmacy identifies the exact finished drug |
| Prescription status | Prescription required |
The image is illustrative. The assigned pharmacy provides the actual manufacturer, tablet appearance, labeling, package and NDC for the product it can dispense.
Approximate Chloroquine Phosphate Price
The amount below is an approximate price for the displayed generic chloroquine phosphate package. The pharmacy assigned to the order confirms the available finished product and final charge before the order is completed.
| Strength | Package | Approximate price | Per tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chloroquine phosphate 500 mg | 30 tablets | Approximately $45.99 | Approximately $1.53 |
The final amount may vary according to the prescription, quantity dispensed, available manufacturer, insurance or discount terms, and the pharmacy assigned to fulfill the request.
Patients without a current prescription may select a $20 online medical consultation with Cody R. Christensen, DO, where available. A prescription is issued only when the licensed clinician determines that chloroquine is medically appropriate for the diagnosed condition, travel destination and individual health history.
Prescription, health and account information is handled according to the Sweetwater Medical Center Privacy Statement.
Aralen is the reference brand name for chloroquine phosphate, a prescription antimalarial and amebicidal medication. Current U.S. labeling covers treatment of uncomplicated malaria caused by susceptible Plasmodium strains, malaria prevention in geographic areas without chloroquine resistance, and treatment of extraintestinal amebiasis.
Chloroquine should be used for malaria only when the parasite and geographic exposure are expected to be chloroquine-sensitive. Resistance is widespread in Plasmodium falciparum and has also been reported in Plasmodium vivax, so a clinician must evaluate the destination or location where an infection was acquired.
Patients searching to buy Aralen online with a prescription may receive an FDA-approved generic chloroquine phosphate product rather than the original branded presentation. The pharmacy assigned to the request identifies the actual manufacturer, NDC, tablet appearance and package before dispensing.
Sweetwater Medical Center displays approximate product and price information and routes the request through the order system. It does not independently select the manufacturer, verify the prescription, guarantee inventory, dispense the medication or ship the finished product.
How to Order Chloroquine Phosphate Through a Licensed Pharmacy
A patient seeking to order chloroquine phosphate 500 mg online selects the displayed medication and package, provides the destination ZIP code and submits the required prescription information. The system then assigns an eligible licensed pharmacy rather than asking the patient to select a dispensing pharmacy manually.
Select the Prescribed Chloroquine Product
Select chloroquine phosphate 500 mg, the displayed quantity and an available delivery preference that correspond to the prescription.
Provide ZIP Code and Prescription Information
Provide the delivery ZIP code and submit an existing prescription, request an eligible prescription transfer or select an available medical consultation.
The Order System Assigns a Pharmacy
The system identifies a licensed pharmacy according to the patient’s location, pharmacy licensing, service coverage and ability to process the request.
The Pharmacy Reviews and Fills the Order
The assigned pharmacy validates the prescription, identifies the available finished product, confirms inventory and final price, and provides the available dispensing and shipping options.
Who Checks the Prescription and Ships the Aralen Order?
Sweetwater Medical Center presents medication information, displays an approximate price and securely transmits the order request. It may accept the payment connected with the order under the applicable service arrangement, but the licensed pharmaceutical functions remain the responsibility of the pharmacy assigned to the patient.
The assigned pharmacy determines whether the prescription is valid and can legally be filled in the destination state. It identifies the actual finished drug, manufacturer, country of manufacture, package and NDC, confirms inventory and the final amount, and then dispenses and ships the medication.
Patients requesting an Aralen prescription online should submit health and prescription information only through the secure consultation or pharmacy-order pathway. A general website contact form should not be used to transmit medical records or prescription details.
Is Brand-Name Aralen Still Available in the United States?
Aralen remains a recognized reference and search name for chloroquine phosphate. However, an order placed through a U.S. pharmacy may be filled with an FDA-approved generic chloroquine phosphate tablet rather than a product carrying the original Aralen branding.
A generic product contains the labeled active ingredient and strength but can have a different manufacturer, tablet imprint, inactive ingredients, packaging and NDC. The assigned pharmacy identifies the exact product before dispensing, so this page does not present the illustrative package as a guaranteed brand-name product.
Chloroquine Phosphate 500 mg Strength and Base-Equivalent Dosing
The currently displayed U.S. tablet contains 500 mg of chloroquine phosphate, equivalent to 300 mg of chloroquine base. Chloroquine instructions frequently express a dose in both phosphate salt and chloroquine base, so patients must follow the units written on the prescription and should not calculate or substitute doses independently.
For malaria prevention in chloroquine-sensitive areas, the labeled adult regimen uses one 500 mg phosphate tablet once weekly on the same day each week. Treatment generally begins before exposure and continues after departure from the endemic area, but the exact schedule must be established by the prescriber using current travel guidance.
For uncomplicated chloroquine-sensitive malaria or extraintestinal amebiasis, the labeled regimens use different loading, follow-up and treatment durations. Pediatric doses are calculated according to body weight and chloroquine base and must not exceed the labeled adult dose.
When Chloroquine Can Be Used for Malaria Prevention
Chloroquine is appropriate for malaria prophylaxis only in destinations where the relevant Plasmodium species remain susceptible. A clinician should check current destination-specific guidance before prescribing because resistance patterns differ substantially by country and region and can change over time.
The medication is not appropriate for prophylaxis in locations with known chloroquine resistance. Depending on the destination and patient-specific factors, a clinician may instead consider another antimalarial, such as atovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, mefloquine, primaquine or tafenoquine.
Malaria prevention also requires measures against mosquito bites, including insect repellent, protective clothing and appropriate sleeping accommodations. Medication reduces risk but does not guarantee that a traveler will not develop malaria.
Chloroquine Treatment for Malaria and Extraintestinal Amebiasis
Chloroquine phosphate is labeled for uncomplicated malaria caused by susceptible strains of Plasmodium falciparum, Plasmodium malariae, Plasmodium ovale and Plasmodium vivax. It is not labeled as treatment for complicated malaria involving severe parasitemia, cerebral malaria, acute renal failure or other serious complications.
Chloroquine acts against susceptible blood-stage parasites but does not eliminate dormant liver-stage forms responsible for relapse in Plasmodium vivax and Plasmodium ovale infection. Additional medication active against those liver forms may therefore be required after appropriate testing and clinical assessment.
For extraintestinal amebiasis, chloroquine is generally used with an intestinal amebicide rather than as the only medication. The prescriber determines the regimen according to the diagnosis, infection location and response to therapy.
Aralen Side Effects, Eye Risks and Cardiac Warnings
Reported adverse effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, headache, itching, skin reactions, difficulty focusing and blurred vision. Chloroquine may also produce hypoglycemia, hearing changes, muscle weakness, neuropathy, liver abnormalities and neuropsychiatric reactions.
Serious risks include irreversible retinal injury, cardiomyopathy, conduction disorders, QT prolongation and potentially fatal ventricular arrhythmias. Risk can increase with high doses, prolonged treatment, kidney impairment, existing macular disease or use with other medications that affect the retina or heart rhythm.
Seek urgent medical care for fainting, an irregular or very rapid heartbeat, chest symptoms, seizures, severe weakness, loss of consciousness, major visual changes, severe allergic symptoms or suspected overdose.
- Take only the dose and schedule written on the prescription.
- Keep chloroquine securely out of the reach of children because accidental ingestion can be fatal.
- Report new visual, hearing, neurologic or cardiac symptoms promptly.
Contraindications, Monitoring and Chloroquine Drug Interactions
Chloroquine is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to 4-aminoquinoline compounds. Except when used for acute malaria, it is also contraindicated when retinal or visual-field changes are already present.
Before prescribing, the clinician should review cardiac rhythm disorders, heart disease, electrolyte abnormalities, kidney or liver impairment, psoriasis, porphyria, seizures, G6PD deficiency, hearing problems, diabetes and previous eye reactions to chloroquine or hydroxychloroquine. Long-term treatment may require ophthalmologic examinations, blood counts, muscle assessment and other monitoring based on individual risk.
Relevant interactions can involve antacids, kaolin, cimetidine, insulin and other diabetes medicines, ampicillin, cyclosporine, mefloquine, praziquantel, tamoxifen and drugs that prolong the QT interval. Patients must provide the prescriber and pharmacist with a complete list of prescription medicines, nonprescription products and supplements.
Aralen Cost Without Insurance and Generic Price Factors
The Aralen price without insurance depends on whether the prescription is filled with generic chloroquine phosphate, the quantity dispensed, the available manufacturer, the assigned pharmacy and any applicable discount or insurance terms.
Patients comparing generic chloroquine phosphate cost should confirm that listings refer to the same salt strength and quantity. Chloroquine phosphate 500 mg is equivalent to 300 mg chloroquine base, and those two figures do not represent two interchangeable tablet strengths.
The amount shown in the upper product table is an estimate rather than a guaranteed charge. The assigned pharmacy supplies the final product details and price before completing the order.
Medical Disclaimer
This page provides general information about Aralen, chloroquine phosphate and the pharmacy-order process. It does not diagnose malaria or amebiasis, determine whether a travel destination has chloroquine-sensitive malaria, select an antimalarial or replace an individualized prescription.
An online consultation does not guarantee that chloroquine will be prescribed. Fever, chills, confusion, breathing difficulty, seizures, fainting, severe weakness or other concerning symptoms during or after travel to a malaria-risk area require prompt medical evaluation rather than an online medication order.
Buying Aralen Online: Prescription and Price FAQ
Where can I buy Aralen online with a prescription?
Use a secure order service that assigns the request to an eligible licensed pharmacy. The pharmacy may dispense FDA-approved generic chloroquine phosphate instead of an original Aralen-branded package.
How much does Aralen cost without insurance?
The cost depends on the quantity, available manufacturer and assigned pharmacy. The approximate amount is displayed in the product table, and the pharmacy provides the final charge.
Can I get a chloroquine prescription online?
An online medical consultation may be available depending on the patient’s location and clinical circumstances. The clinician decides whether chloroquine is appropriate and whether additional examination or testing is required.
Can I buy Aralen without a prescription?
No. Chloroquine phosphate is prescription-only in the United States, and the assigned pharmacy must validate an authorized prescription before dispensing it.
Is Aralen available for every malaria destination?
No. Chloroquine is suitable only for destinations and infections where the relevant malaria parasites remain susceptible, so current destination-specific guidance must be checked before prescribing.
Related Chloroquine, Malaria and Monitoring Information
These Sweetwater Medical Center resources provide additional context about chloroquine, alternative malaria-prevention options and medication monitoring.
Medical References
Pharmacist Review of Aralen and Chloroquine Information
The medication information on this page, including chloroquine’s approved uses, prescription status, labeled strength, base-equivalent dosing, malaria-resistance limitations, contraindications, interactions, adverse effects, eye risks, cardiac warnings and monitoring considerations, was reviewed by Jeffrey Collins, PharmD, Pharmacist — Wyoming Pharmacist License 3836; NPI 1255701884.
This pharmacist review applies to the published medication information and does not approve an individual prescription or order. The pharmacy assigned during the order process remains responsible for validating the prescription, identifying the available finished product, confirming inventory and final price, and dispensing and shipping the medication.
Last pharmacist review: 08.05.2026.