US health officials report shortage of malaria drug, chloroquine

The US Food and Drug and Administration (FDA) are reporting a shortage of the anti-malarial drug, chloroquine, saying the drug is presently not available from U.S. suppliers. Choloroquine is used in both the prevention and treatment of malaria. Alternatively, hydroxychloroquine sulfate can be prescribed in place of chloroquine when indicated. Prophylaxis for malaria is only in areas ["]