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Introduction to HCQS 400 Tablet 10s
This drug is effective in treating autoimmune conditions such as systemic lupus erythematosus and rheumatic arthritis
It relieves redness, pain, and swelling by slowing the progression of the disease
This medicine controls blood glucose levels in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus patients
Safety Advice for HCQS 400 Tablet 10s
- High risk
- Moderate risk
- Safe
It should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of medicine may be required. Please consult your doctor.
Consuming alcohol with it is unsafe.
It is generally considered safe during pregnancy, however seek advice from your doctor before starting the medication.
It may hamper attention and make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Avoid driving if these symptoms appear.
It is safe and it doesn’t cause any major harm to the kidneys. Adjustments to the dosage are not necessary, however it's important to seek advice from your doctor in case of severe kidney disease or for long term use.
How HCQS 400 Tablet 10s works
Hydroxychloroquine is present in this medicine as an active agent. It is a Disease Modifying Anti-Rheumatoid Drug (DMARD). Overactivity of the immune system develops inflammation and pain in the joints, this medicine provides relief by suppressing the overactivity of the immune system. It slows down the progress of the underlying disease. Hydroxychloroquine also improves insulin sensitivity, which improves beta-cell functioning, thereby controlling blood glucose levels in Type 2 diabetes mellitus patients.
How To Use HCQS 400 Tablet 10s
- Use this medicine as per the advice given by your health care provider
- The medicine should be swallowed whole with a glass of water, without breaking and crushing it
- The medicine should be taken with food
Special Precautions About HCQS 400 Tablet 10s
- Inform your doctor if you have any allergies to medications or any other substances
- Notify your doctor about any existing medical conditions, especially heart conditions or glucose6phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency
- Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medication
- Regular eye examinations are recommended during prolonged therapy with this medication, as it can affect vision
Benefits Of HCQS 400 Tablet 10s
- Prevent autoimmune disease and reive symptoms of disease like redness, pain, joint stiffness, and swelling
Side Effects Of HCQS 400 Tablet 10s
- Severe dizziness
- Fainting
- Fast/irregular heartbeat
- Seizures
Similar Medicine Of HCQS 400 Tablet 10s
What If I Missed A Dose Of HCQS 400 Tablet 10s
The missing dosage should be taken immediately as you recall.
Don''t take the missing dosage if your next dose is soon due.
Never take two doses in order to make up for something you forgot to take.
See your doctor for help if you regularly forget to take your dosage.
Health And Lifestyle
Follow a healthy diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Get regular exercise to boost overall health, but avoid overexertion. Manage stress through relaxation techniques like yoga or meditation.
Drug Interaction
- Digoxin
- Methotrexate
- Insulin or other antidiabetic medications
- Cyclosporine
Drug Food Interaction
- No specific food interactions
Disease Explanation
An autoimmune disorder is a condition in whch the immune system of the body mistakenly attacks its own healthy cells, considering them as extraneous. This can cause various health problems depending on which part of the body is affected.
FAQ's on HCQS 400 Tablet 10s
How to take the HCQS 400 Tablet?
HCQS 400 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. HCQS 400 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 HCQS 400 Tablet at least 4hours before or after these products.
What can I expect if I stop taking HCQS 400 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.
Do we need to maintain a stock of HCQS 400 Tablet?
No, we do not have to maintain a stock of HCQS 400 Tablet. If you suspect that you have contracted the novel coronavirus infection, consult a doctor immediately and strictly follow their advice. Do not self-administer HCQS 400 Tablet. Keep in mind that this medicine needs to be taken only if prescribed by a registered medical practitioner.
Do I need to get any tests done during HCQS 400 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.
Does HCQS 400 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 HCQS 400 Tablet needs to be discontinued. You may also be advised to get certain eye tests done periodically if you have been prescribed HCQS.
What to do if someone becomes symptomatic or shows symptoms of novel coronavirus while taking HCQS 400 Tablet?
Any person who has been prescribed HCQS 400 Tablet and develops symptoms of novel coronavirus infection (such as high fever, dry cough, tiredness, difficulty in breathing) while taking HCQS 400 Tablet should immediately consult their doctor. Your doctor will advise if you need to get tested for the novel coronavirus and if you need to be isolated. Follow all the instructions from your doctor.
Is hydroxychloroquine safe to take daily?
Usually you will start on a full dose of 200–400 mg daily, and later your doctor may reduce this. When your condition is very well controlled you may be advised to take hydroxychloroquine only 2–3 times per week.
Do I need to be careful with HCQS 400 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.
Is hydroxychloroquine used for diabetes?
Antimalarials such as hydroxychloroquine, a long-standing safe and inexpensive treatment for autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus, theoretically may improve glucose tolerance and prevent diabetes mellitus.
Can HCQS 400 Tablet be used for the prophylaxis of the novel coronavirus infection?
The national task force for COVID-19 (constituted by ICMR) has recommended the use of HCQS 400 Tablet for prevention of novel coronavirus infection ONLY in certain high-risk populations (ie people at high risk of exposure to the virus) or emergency situations. It can be used for prophylaxis in case of asymptomatic healthcare workers involved in the care of suspected or confirmed cases of COVID-19 and asymptomatic household contacts of laboratory-confirmed cases.
Is SAZO 1000 a steroid?
Sazo 1000 Tablet DR is neither a steroid nor a painkiller. It is an anti-inflammatory medicine. It is used to treat and manage ulcerative colitis and Crohns disease in which the intestines become inflamed (swelling of intestines). It is also used to treat rheumatoid arthritis (painful joint disease).
Is HCQS 400 Tablet an opioid, a painkiller, a steroid, or an anti-inflammatory medicine? How does it work?
HCQS 400 Tablet is an antimalarial medicine with anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties. It is neither a steroid nor an opioid nor a painkiller. In malaria, HCQS 400 Tablet destroys the harmful parasite which causes the illness. Whereas in rheumatoid arthritis, it reduces inflammation of the joints and provides relief.
What is the use of HCQS 400 tablet?
HCQS 400 Tablet is used in the treatment of autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus. It slows down the progression of the disease and provides relief from pain, swelling, and redness.
Can hydroxychloroquine cause liver damage?
Hydroxychloroquine is metabolized in the liver and may alter metabolism of other medications. Therapy is unlikely to cause liver injury in normal individuals, but can trigger an acute worsening of porphyria cutanea tarda in susceptible individuals.
Is Folitrax 10 a steroid?
Folitrax 10 tablet contains methotrexate, as an active ingredient. It belongs to a class of medicines called antimetabolites. It is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and severe skin condit.
How long does it take for HCQS 400 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.
Can I take ibuprofen while taking HCQS 400 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.
Is HCQS 400 Tablet effective against novel coronavirus infection?
HCQS 400 Tablet is currently under study in various clinical trials (research studies in human beings) for the prevention of novel coronavirus infection and treatment of patients with COVID-19 (the illness caused by the novel coronavirus). This medicine has shown some activity against the novel coronavirus in laboratory studies (in vitro studies). However, further evidence is required to conclude that HCQS 400 Tablet is effective against the novel coronavirus.
What is the recommended dose for preventing coronavirus?
HCQS 400 Tablet is only recommended for preventing coronavirus infection in certain high-risk groups or emergency situations. It should strictly be taken as per the dose, frequency, and duration prescribed by your doctor.
How can I buy hydroxychloroquine online?
Can I Buy Hydroxychloroquine Online? Hydroxychloroquine requires a prescription to be dispensed by a pharmacy in the United States. As a result, it is not possible to legally buy hydroxychloroquine online without first getting a prescription and hydroxychloroquine OTC is not available in the United States.
Can Hcq be taken during pregnancy?
This leads to significant patient and provider frustration and emotional stress. Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) is a medication commonly used in pregnancy to treat autoimmune and connective tissue diseases such as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). This use has shown that HCQ is very safe in pregnancy.
How do you take ivermectin?
Ivermectin comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken as a single dose on an empty stomach with water. If you are taking ivermectin to treat onchocerciasis, additional doses 3, 6, or 12 months later may be necessary to control your infection.
Can I use hydroxychloroquine for arthritis?
Hydroxychloroquine is used in the treatment of arthritis to help relieve inflammation, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain and also to help control the symptoms of lupus erythematosus (lupus; SLE).
What is hydroxychloroquine used to treat?
Hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine are FDA-approved to treat or prevent malaria. Hydroxychloroquine is also FDA-approved to treat autoimmune conditions such as chronic discoid lupus erythematosus, systemic lupus erythematosus in adults, and rheumatoid arthritis.
Is HCQS a steroid?
The Role of Hydroxychloroquine as a Steroid-sparing Agent in the Treatment of Immune Thrombocytopenia: A Review of the Literature.
I am on antacids since a long time, which is necessary for me. Can I still take HCQS 400 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.
Written By
Kriti Garg
Content Updated on
Monday, 24 June, 2024Prescription Required
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