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Plasmocid (rhodoquine)

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Plasmocid (generic name: rhodoquine) is a rhodoquine drug. It is currently in unknown development.

Plasmocid works by interfering with the parasite's ability to use hemoglobin, ultimately leading to its death.

Plasmocid, also known as rhodoquine, is a small molecule drug in the rhodoquine class. It is used to treat malaria, a disease caused by Plasmodium parasites. The commercial status of Plasmocid is unclear, and it is not known if it is patented or available as a generic. Further information on its approval status, half-life, bioavailability, and generic manufacturers is not available. As a result, key safety considerations and pharmacological details are also unknown.

At a glance

Generic namerhodoquine
Drug classrhodoquine
Therapeutic areaOther
Phaseunknown

Mechanism of action

Imagine the parasite's digestive system is like a car engine that runs on gasoline. Plasmocid is like a special additive that clogs up the engine, preventing it from working properly and causing the parasite to die.

Approved indications

No approved indications tracked.

Common side effects

No common side effects on file.

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Frequently asked questions about Plasmocid

What is Plasmocid?

Plasmocid (rhodoquine) is a rhodoquine drug.

How does Plasmocid work?

Plasmocid works by interfering with the parasite's ability to use hemoglobin, ultimately leading to its death.

What is the generic name of Plasmocid?

rhodoquine is the generic (nonproprietary) name of Plasmocid.

What drug class is Plasmocid in?

Plasmocid belongs to the rhodoquine class. See all rhodoquine drugs at /class/rhodoquine.

What development phase is Plasmocid in?

Plasmocid is in unknown.

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