Drug interactions
Chloroquine + Influenza virus vaccine trivalent recombinant
Severity: Minor
Chloroquine and Influenza virus vaccine trivalent recombinant: minor interaction.
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For healthcare professionals — reference only. This page is a brief summary, not medical advice and not a substitute for official labeling or clinical judgement. Always verify before prescribing or dispensing.
Summary
Chloroquine has immunomodulatory effects, but a clinically significant reduction in response to inactivated or recombinant influenza vaccine has not been established. The effect on vaccine response is theoretical.
What this interaction means in plain words
Chloroquine and Influenza virus vaccine trivalent recombinant have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Why it happens
Possible immunomodulation by chloroquine; not well established.
What to do
Vaccinate as scheduled; no change in dosing is needed.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Is there anything I should notice while taking both?
- Do I need to tell my doctor at the next visit?
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Other interactions of Chloroquine
- Chloroquine + Cisapride Contraindicated
- Chloroquine + Dofetilide Contraindicated
- Chloroquine + Dronedarone Contraindicated
- Chloroquine + Droperidol Contraindicated
- Chloroquine + Panobinostat Contraindicated
- Chloroquine + Pimozide Contraindicated
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Chloroquine with Influenza virus vaccine trivalent recombinant?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Chloroquine and Influenza virus vaccine trivalent recombinant have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Chloroquine has immunomodulatory effects, but a clinically significant reduction in response to inactivated or recombinant influenza vaccine has not been established. The effect on vaccine response is theoretical.
How serious is the interaction between Chloroquine and Influenza virus vaccine trivalent recombinant?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Vaccinate as scheduled; no change in dosing is needed.
What other medicines interact with Chloroquine?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Chloroquine with, for example, Cisapride, Dofetilide, Dronedarone. The full list is on the Chloroquine page.
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