Aralen Phosphate and Calcitriol Ointment

• Generic Name: chloroquine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Aralen Phosphate, Aralen Hydrochloride

Aralen Phosphate 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.

Aralen Phosphate is used to treat and to prevent malaria. This medicine is also used to treat amebiasis (infection caused by amoebae).

Aralen Phosphate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: calcitriol topical
• Dosage Forms: ointment
• Other Brand Names: Vectical

Calcitriol is a form of vitamin D.

Calcitriol topical (for the skin) is used to treat plaque psoriasis (raised, silvery flaking of the skin) in adults.

Calcitriol topical is not for use in treating severe forms of psoriasis (with pus, skin peeling, severe redness).

Calcitriol topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.