Quinacrine

Generic Name
Quinacrine
Brand Names
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Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C23H30ClN3O
CAS Number
83-89-6
Unique Ingredient Identifier
H0C805XYDE
Background

An acridine derivative formerly widely used as an antimalarial but superseded by chloroquine in recent years. It has also been used as an anthelmintic and in the treatment of giardiasis and malignant effusions. It is used in cell biological experiments as an inhibitor of phospholipase A2.

Indication

For the treatment of giardiasis and cutaneous leishmaniasis and the management of malignant effusions.

Associated Conditions
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Associated Therapies
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