INTRODUCTION :
HCQS 400MG contains hydroxychloroquine which belongs to a group of medicines called antimalarials. It is a disease-modifying antirheumatic drug. (DMARD). Hydroxychloroquine used to treat rheumatoid arthritis and discoid and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) by reducing joint inflammation, pain, swelling and stiffness. It also improves the rash in lupus patients. It is used in the treatment and prevention of malaria. Hydroxychloroquine interferes with cell communication in the immune system and is therefore effective in treating autoimmune diseases. For malaria, this medicine works by killing the parasite causing the infection.
Take this medicine as directed by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. The most common side effects of taking this medicine are headache, dizziness, diarrhea, or vision problems. Before taking this medicine tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or have heart, kidney or liver disease. It is not recommended for use in children under 6 years of age. Consult your doctor before taking. Avoid grapefruit while taking this medicine.
USES OF HCQS 400MG :
Treats rheumatoid arthritis (RA), systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and discoid lupus erythematosus (DLE)
Prevent and cure malaria
HOW HCQS 400MG WORKS :
HCQS 400MG works by suppressing the excessive activity of the immune system that causes inflammation and pain in the joints. It slows the progression of the underlying disease.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE :
Take this medicine as directed by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. Your doctor will decide on the correct dose for you depending on your condition. Swallow the medicine whole with a glass of water.
SIDE EFFECTS OF HCQS 400MG :
COMMON
Nausea
Stomach ache
Stomach cramps
Diarrhea
He retched
Loss or lack of appetite
Visual problems such as damage to the retina of the eye
Heachache
Itchy rash with raised red bumps
Nervousness, rapid changes in mood (emotional lability)
RARE
Vertigo or dizziness
Alopecia (hair loss)
Changes in the color of the skin, mucous membranes and hair
Hearing problems
Nerve and muscle problems
HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS :
Nausea:
Try taking this medicine with or immediately after meals and stick to simple meals. Don't eat rich or spicy foods.
Diarrhea:
Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration. ORS should be used to prevent dehydration.
Dizziness:
Get up and move to feel awake, take short naps to avoid dizziness. Take a break in your eyes to avoid fatigue and eat healthy food to increase energy.
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
PREGNANCY
HCQS 400MG should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
BREAST FEEDING
HCQS 400MG should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
DRIVING AND USE OF MACHINES
Do not drive or use machines while taking this medicine, it can cause blurred vision.
ALCOHOL
Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medicine.
KIDNEY
HCQS 400MG should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Consult your doctor for advice.
LIVER
HCQS 400MG should be used with caution in patients with impaired liver function or active liver disease. Consult your doctor for advice.
ALLERGY
Do not take this medicine if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to hydroxychloroquine.
HEART DISEASE
HCQS 400MG should be used with caution in patients with myocardial infarction or any other heart disease. Consult your doctor for advice.
