HCQS 200 Tablet

• HCQS 200 tablet is used in the treatment of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), an immune system disorder in which the immune system attacks its own body tissues.
• It is also used for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and a skin rash due to exposure to sunlight (polymorphic light eruption)

• If you are allergic to hydroxychloroquine or any of the other ingredients of HCQS 200 tablet.
• If you are allergic to chloroquine (an anti-malarial medicine)
• If you are suffering from an eye disease called maculopathy, usually characterised by visual abnormalities.

• Stomach pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Loss of appetite
• Headache
• Dizziness

Other General Warnings

• You experience visual disturbances or have an existing eye disorder. Before beginning treatment with this medicine, you should undergo an eye examination.
• You experience a sudden drop in blood sugar and unconsciousness, monitoring of blood glucose is recommended if you are a diabetic.
• HCQS 200 tablets may cause abnormal or irregular heartbeats. Your doctor shall conduct an ECG before starting treatment with this medicine, inform your doctor if you already have heart disease.
• You have liver or kidney diseases, you may require dose adjustment.
• You have stomach disease.
• You develop swelling in the legs, breathlessness, fatigue, bloating and coughing while lying down.
• You develop skin rashes after taking HCQS-200 tablets.
• You have a history of an autoimmune disorder of the skin called porphyria.
• You are supposed to take this medicine for long-term treatment. Your heart health and blood count should be monitored regularly.
• You or your family have a history of an enzyme deficiency (glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency).

• HCQS 200 tablets should be taken as instructed by your doctor. Consume it whole with a glass of water after a meal.
• This medicine should be preferably consumed at the same time every day for effective treatment.

• Store HCQS 200 tablets below 25°C in a clean and dry place.
• Keep it away from children and pets.

• HCQS 200 tablet should not be used by a pregnant woman because it may affect the development of the baby.
• Inform your doctor if you are planning on becoming pregnant, and breastfeeding women should not take it. Also, inform your doctor about all other medicines that you take and your complete medical history.
• Some individuals may experience loss of appetite, headache, stomach pain, diarrhoea, and nausea/vomiting due to the use of this medicine. Inform your doctor if these effects bother you or do not go away.
• If you experience dizziness or sleepiness after taking the HCQS 200 tablet, avoid driving, operating heavy machinery, or performing any tasks that require mental alertness.
• Take HCQS 200 tablet with food to avoid an upset stomach. It may take 8-12 weeks for HCQS 200 Tablet to take effect, so continue taking it as prescribed.
• Avoid taking antacids four hours before and after taking HCQS 200 Tablet, as they can stop the medicine from being absorbed properly from your gut. While taking this medicine, it's essential to have regular eye exams. If you notice any changes in your vision, stop taking it immediately and inform your doctor.
• HCQS 200 tablet can lower blood glucose levels. If you experience hypoglycemia symptoms like cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremors, and anxious feelings, inform your doctor right away.
• Keep HCQS 200 tablets away from children as even if a small amount is accidentally taken, it may cause serious side effects.

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Interactions with other medicines

• Concomitant use of medicines like digoxin for heart disorders with HCQS 200 tablets can increase the risk of digoxin toxicity.
• When taken along with insulin or other antidiabetic medicines, you may experience low blood sugar. Inform your doctor about all your diabetic medicines.
• Antacids and medicines used to stop diarrhoea should be taken with a minimum gap of four hours when used together with HCQS 200 tablet.
• You may experience irregular heart rhythm if you take medicines like amiodarone, moxifloxacin & halofantrine.
• There is an increased risk of an episode of fits if you take this medicine along with antimalarials like mefloquine.
• Medicines used to treat muscle weakness, like neostigmine & pyridostigmine; medicines to treat worm infections, like praziquantel; certain antibiotics, such as gentamicin and acid-reducing medicines, such as cimetidine and, may not work properly.
• Medicines like cyclosporin, used for immune system disorders, agalsidase, used in enzyme replacement therapy, and medicines used to treat fits should be used with caution along with the HCQS 200 tablet.

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