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HCQ
HCQ Products are primarily used for
Rheumatoid arthritis, Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
About HCQ Products
Uses of HCQ Products
Hydroxychloroquine is used in the treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus.
HCQ Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of HCQ are Headache, Diarrhea, Abdominal pain, Vomiting, Nausea1a, Decreased appetite, Blurred vision, Increased sensitivity to light, Skin rash, Itching.
How HCQ Products work
Hydroxychloroquine blocks the action of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation, swelling and redness associated with certain autoimmune diseases.
It suppresses the underlying disease process, rather than simply treating the disease.
Patient Concerns about HCQ Products
Frequently asked questions about HCQ Products
Frequently asked questions about Hydroxychloroquine
Q. How to take the HCQ 200mg Tablet?
HCQ 200mg Tablet comes as a tablet to be taken by mouth. It should be taken with food or a glass of milk to prevent an upset stomach and nausea. Take it as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor and finish the complete course. HCQ 200mg Tablet should be used regularly as advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it without talking to your doctor first. If you have also taking antacids, then take HCQ 200mg Tablet at least 4hours before or after these products.
Q. How long does it take for HCQ 200mg Tablet to start working?
HCQS takes some time to show its effects. It may even take a few weeks or months before you see an improvement in your symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis or other autoimmune diseases. However, it is important that you be patient and keep taking this medication regularly. Your doctor may prescribe some additional medications in the interim for temporary relief from the symptoms.
Q. Does HCQ 200mg Tablet have any effect on vision?
Yes, though uncommon, HCQS can affect vision especially if taken at higher doses or for a period of time (> 5 years). The symptoms include reading or seeing difficulties (words, letters, or parts of objects missing), sensitivity to light, blurred distant vision, and seeing light flashes or streaks. If you notice any of these symptoms, consult your doctor immediately. Your doctor may carry out various eye tests and then decide if HCQ 200mg Tablet needs to be discontinued. You may also be advised to get certain eye tests done periodically if you have been prescribed HCQS.
Q. Do I need to get any tests done during HCQ 200mg Tablet treatment?
An eye test is required before your treatment with HCQS starts and should be repeated every 12 months. Also, your doctor may advise you to get your blood counts (CBC) and liver function test (LFT) checked regularly. Your doctor may discontinue HCQS if any abnormality is detected.
Q. Is HCQ 200mg Tablet an opioid, a painkiller, a steroid, or an anti-inflammatory medicine? How does it work?
HCQ 200mg Tablet is an antimalarial medicine with anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties. It is neither a steroid nor an opioid nor a painkiller. In malaria, HCQ 200mg Tablet destroys the harmful parasite which causes the illness. Whereas in rheumatoid arthritis, it reduces inflammation of the joints and provides relief.
Q. Do I need to be careful with HCQ 200mg Tablet if I am a diabetic?
Yes, you need to be careful while using HCQS if you have diabetes. HCQS can lower your blood glucose levels to dangerous levels so much so that you may even lose consciousness(severe hypoglycemia). Keep a regular check on your blood glucose levels and if it starts to fall, contact your doctor immediately. Your doctor may alter the doses of your anti-diabetic medications as per your blood glucose levels.
Q. I am on antacids since a long time, which is necessary for me. Can I still take HCQ 200mg Tablet?
Yes, you can take HCQS, provided you keep a gap of at least 4 hours between HCQS and antacid. If this gap is not maintained, then the antacid may interfere with the absorption or working of HCQS. As a result, you may not experience the full benefits of HCQS.
Q. Can I take ibuprofen while taking HCQ 200mg Tablet?
Yes, you may take ibuprofen and HCQS together. They do not have any significant interactions and do not interfere with the working of each other.
Q. What can I expect if I stop taking HCQ 200mg Tablet?
If you stop taking HCQS without consulting your doctor, your illness may get worse. Therefore, do not stop taking HCQS without consulting your doctor, even if you start feeling better.