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QUININE SULFATE vs SOVUNA

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 17, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. QUININE SULFATE and SOVUNA 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.

Rating

68/100
70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$22.67 /30
~$4.86 /30

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

QUININE SULFATE
HYDROXYCHLOROQUINE SULFATE

Dosage forms

Capsule
Tablet

Drug class

Antimalarial
Antimalarial

Boxed warning

None
None

Half-life

about 40 to 50 days (terminal elimination half-life in whole blood)

Treats

Babesiosis, Muscle Cramp, Falciparum Malaria
Rheumatoid Arthritis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Malaria

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Quinine Sulfate or Sovuna?

By our independent rating, Sovuna scores higher — 3.5 vs 3.4 out of 5 for Quinine Sulfate. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

Which is cheaper, Quinine Sulfate or Sovuna?

Sovuna costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $4.86 vs $22.67 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 Quinine Sulfate and Sovuna?

Quinine Sulfate contains Quinine Sulfate, while Sovuna contains Hydroxychloroquine 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.