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MEFLOQUINE HYDROCHLORIDE vs QUALAQUIN

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 22, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. MEFLOQUINE HYDROCHLORIDE and QUALAQUIN are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

mefloquine hydrochloridequalaquin

Rating

72/100
64/100

Pharmacy pays

~$127.75 /30
~$22.67 /30

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

MEFLOQUINE HYDROCHLORIDE
QUININE SULFATE

Manufacturer

Hikma
Sun Pharm Industries

Dosage forms

Tablet
Capsule

Drug class

Antimalarial
Antimalarial

Boxed warning

None
None

Treats

Falciparum Malaria, Vivax Malaria
Babesiosis, Muscle Cramp, Falciparum Malaria

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Mefloquine Hydrochloride or Qualaquin?

By our independent rating, Mefloquine Hydrochloride scores higher — 3.6 vs 3.2 out of 5 for Qualaquin. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

Which is cheaper, Mefloquine Hydrochloride or Qualaquin?

Qualaquin costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $22.67 vs $127.75 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That gap is in the pharmacy's cost of goods, not necessarily in what you pay: your price is set afterwards by your insurer and the pharmacy.

What is the difference between Mefloquine Hydrochloride and Qualaquin?

Mefloquine Hydrochloride contains Mefloquine Hydrochloride, while Qualaquin contains Quinine Sulfate — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.