Quinacrine Compounded Capsules: A Flexible Therapeutic Option for Difficult Conditions

Quinacrine has been a therapeutic option for autoimmune conditions and some infections for decades. At Allure Compounding Pharmacy, we compound quinacrine into unique capsules that allow for precise dosing to your specific therapeutic needs.

What is Quinacrine?

Originally developed as an antimalarial drug, quinacrine (mepacrine) has found important off-label uses in modern medicine due to its:

✔ Immunomodulatory properties (helpful for autoimmune conditions)
✔ Antiparasitic effects (effective against giardia and other protozoa)
✔ Anti-inflammatory action (useful for chronic inflammatory disorders)

Unlike mass-produced medications, our compounded quinacrine capsules ensure:
Exact dosing for your condition
Bioavailable formulations
Preservative-free options when needed

Key Therapeutic Applications

1. Autoimmune Disease Management

Particularly beneficial for:

  • Discoid lupus erythematosus (DLE)
  • Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Sjögren’s syndrome

Mechanism: Quinacrine accumulates in immune cells, suppressing abnormal inflammatory responses.

2. Persistent Parasitic Infections

Effective against:

  • Giardiasis (when standard treatments fail)
  • Tapeworm infections
  • Other protozoal infections

Advantage: Often works when parasites develop resistance to first-line therapies.

3. Off-Label Uses

Emerging research suggests potential benefits for:

  • Chronic Lyme disease co-infections
  • Certain antibiotic-resistant infections
  • Inflammatory skin conditions

Customization Options at Allure Compounding Pharmacy

We tailor quinacrine capsules based on:

Dosage Precision

  • Typical range: 50mg-100mg daily
  • Adjustable based on:
    • Condition severity
    • Patient response
    • Side effect tolerance

Formulation Enhancements

  • Sustained Release (for sensitive stomachs)
  • Combination therapies (with hydroxychloroquine when appropriate)
  • Dye-free/preservative-free options

Special Populations

  • Pediatric dosing for parasitic infections
  • Geriatric-adjusted formulations
  • Renal/hepatic impairment modifications

Safety Profile & Monitoring

Common Side Effects

(mild and often transient)

  • Yellowish skin tint (harmless, reverses after discontinuation)
  • Mild gastrointestinal upset
  • Headache

Why Choose Compounded Quinacrine?

  1. Not commercially available in capsule form
  2. Dosing flexibility unavailable with tablets
  3. Purity assurance (we source pharmaceutical-grade API)
  4. Personalized care from compounding specialists

If standard treatments haven’t worked or you need a customized approach to autoimmune or infectious disease management, quinacrine may help.

Contact Allure Compounding Pharmacy today to discuss how compounded quinacrine capsules could be part of your treatment plan.