HCQS 400 Tablet (Hydroxychloroquine 400mg)

Hcqs 400 Mg Tablet (Hydroxychloroquine)

What Is The Generic Name For Hcqs 400 Mg Tablet:

Hydroxychloroquine is the generic version for Hcqs 400 mg Tablet

Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Hcqs 400 Mg Tablet (Hydroxychloroquine):

• Plaquenil

About Hcqs 400 Mg Tablet (Hydroxychloroquine)

Hcqs 400 mg Tablet contains an active ingredient, Hydroxychloroquine, which is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus. It is also used in the treatment and suppression of malaria. It is available at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores and must be taken by doctor’s prescription only.

Manufacturer:

Ipca Laboratories, India is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Hcqs 400 mg Tablet.

Strength:

Hcqs Tablet contains an active ingredient, Hydroxychloroquine, which is available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

What Are The Uses Of The Hcqs 400 Mg Tablet (Hydroxychloroquine):

Hcqs 400 mg Tablet is used in the treatment in following conditions:

• Malaria
• Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
• Rheumatoid Arthritis

How Hcqs 400 Mg Tablet (Hydroxychloroquine) Works:

Hcqs 400 mg Tablet has an active ingredient; Hydroxychloroquine is a Disease Modifying Anti-Rheumatoid Drug (DMARD) which works by suppressing the overactivity of the immune system that causes inflammation (swelling) and pain in the joints. This slows the development of the underlying disease.

Before You Use Hcqs 400 Mg Tablet (Hydroxychloroquine):

Make sure that:

• You are not allergic to Hydroxychloroquine
• You are not having any serious Disease
• Your doctor must know about your medical history (about your Surgeries, all diseases, pre- existing disease and Medications, Supplements, Food Habits, etc.)

What Should You Avoid While Taking Hcqs 400 Mg Tablet (Hydroxychloroquine):

• You should avoid taking alcohol
• You should avoid driving
• You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

When Not To Use Hcqs 400 Mg Tablet (Hydroxychloroquine):

You should not take Hcqs 400 mg Tablet if you:

• Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity
• Have Liver disease
• Have heart disease
• Have impaired kidney function
• Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding

Tell Your Doctor If You:

• Have Allergy to the Tablet
• Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs
• Have Liver/ Kidney disease
• Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive
• Are Breastfeeding

Dosage:

Hcqs 400 mg Tablet contains an active ingredient, Hydroxychloroquine, which is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus. It is available in various strengths and substitutes and must be given on doctor’s prescription only. You should consult your doctor for dosage and time because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person and it can only be judged by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Hcqs 400 mg Tablet at a fixed time with food as instructed by your Doctor. You must take this medicine regularly by time for better effects.

How Much Of The Hcqs 400 Mg Tablet (Hydroxychloroquine) to Be Used:

As Hcqs 400 mg Tablet is available in various strengths and substitutes, Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Hcqs 400 mg Tablet. Do not take the Tablet on your own and for longer time than recommended by doctor.

How To Take The Hcqs 400 Mg Tablet (Hydroxychloroquine):

Take Hcqs 400 mg Tablet in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow the medicine as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break the Tablet. Hcqs 400 mg Tablet must be taken with food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

For How Long Should You Continue Using Hcqs 400 Mg Tablet (Hydroxychloroquine):

You are always advised to take Hcqs 400 mg Tablet as prescribed. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Do not take the Tablet in smaller or larger amount or for longer than prescribed by your doctor.

Overdose:

Seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately in case of any overdose symptoms. Symptoms like dizziness, confusion, increased heartbeat, tremor and sweating after taking the dose should be reported immediately. Emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if you are suspecting overdose symptoms.

Missed Dose:

The missed dosage of the medicine should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dosage of the medicine if it is already time for your next scheduled dosage. Do not take double dosage of the medicine to make up for the missed dosage.

What Are The Side Effects Of The Hcqs 400 Mg Tablet (Hydroxychloroquine):

• Blurred vision
• Muscle weakness
• Ringing or buzzing in the ears
• Sore throat
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Loss of appetite
• Nausea and Vomiting
• Bleaching of hair
• Skin rash
• Nervousness
• Dizziness
• Mood changes

What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Hcqs 400 mg Tablet. This can produce some undesirable effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You must always tell your doctor if you are on other medication or Supplements so that well planned medication can be given. It interacts with the following medicines:

• Mefloquine
• Praziquantel
• Cyclosporine
• Lafutidine
• Roxatidine
• Famotidine
• Nizatidine
• Cimetidine
• Ranitidine
• Thioridazine
• Aluminium Hydroxide/Magnesium Hydroxide
• Antidiabetic medicines
• Atorvastatin

It can also interact with following disease condition:

• Oculotoxicity
• Porphyria
• Blood disorders

Warning And Precaution:

Hcqs 400 mg Tablet can worsen the conditions like:

• Allergy
• Liver/ Kidney Diseases
• It should be used with caution due to the increased risk of side effects such as dizziness, fainting, and drowsiness
• You must always consult your doctor to get best possible treatment when you are suffering from any of these conditions.

Things To Remember:

• Keep out of reach of children
• It is not recommended for use in patients having eye diseases
• Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels and muscle function is necessary while receiving the medicine
• This medicine can cause lowering of blood glucose level. You must inform your doctor if you experience hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxious feeling.
• This medicine may cause muscle weakness if used for a long duration of time
• You must always read the information properly written on the leaflet of medicine.
• You must always consult your doctor if you have any doubt related to dosage, time and strength of the medicine.

Indications:

Hcqs 400 mg Tablet should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine for shorter or longer time than prescribed by the Doctor.

Storage:

Store the Hcqs 400 mg Tablet at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the Tablet should be intact and not damaged while storing.

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