Hydroxychloroquine is generally used in treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus
Side effects
Abdominal pain
Diarrhoea
Feeling sick
Headache
Loss of appetite
Mood changes
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Hydroxychloroquine, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Hydroxychloroquine is to be taken with food.
How it works
Hydroxychloroquine improves the condition by blocking the action of chemical messengers that cause swelling, inflammation and redness that are associated with some autoimmune diseases. Instead of simply treating the disease, it actually reduces the effect of underlyi
It suppresses the underlying disease process, rather than simply treating the disease.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Hydroxychloroquine safe? Yes,Hydroxychloroquine is safe if used for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as recommended by your doctor.
Q. Is Hydroxychloroquine an antibiotic? Hydroxychloroquine is an antimalarial which is active against malaria causing protozoa (parasite) Plasmodium vivax, P. malariae, P. ovale, and susceptible strains of P. falciparum
Q. Can I take antihistamines with Hydroxychloroquine? Most antihistamines do not have any known serious interaction when taken with Hydroxychloroquine. Antihistaminic drug cimetidine (histamine receptor - H2 blocker) may increase blood levels of Hydroxychloroquine. Please inform your doctor about all the medication you are currently taking to avoid interactions that may reduce effectiveness of any treatment or aggravate side effects
Q. Does Hydroxychloroquine contain get you high? No, Hydroxychloroquine does not produce any psychological feeling of extreme happiness or colloquially known as ‘feeling high'.
Expert Advice
You have been prescribed Hydroxychloroquine for the treatment of autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis or systemic lupus erythematosus.Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.It can take 8-12 weeks for Hydroxychloroquine to work. Keep taking it as prescribed.Do not take medicines that neutralise stomach acids (antacids) four hours before and after taking Hydroxychloroquine as they can stop the medicine from being absorbed properly from your gut.Have regular eye tests done while you are taking this medicine. Stop taking Hydroxychloroquine and immediately inform your doctor if you notice any changes in your vision.It can cause lowering of blood glucose level. Inform your doctor if you experience hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxious feeling.
Product Details
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