Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate
Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate
200mg Tablets
Manufactured by Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
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Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate Prescription Drug Information
Hydroxychloroquine (By mouth)
Hydroxychloroquine (hye-drox-ee-KLOR-oh-kwin)
Treats or prevents malaria. Also used to treat lupus and arthritis.
Brand Name(s):Plaquenil
There may be other brand names for Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate.
When Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate Should Not Be Used:
You should not use Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate if you have ever had an allergic reaction to hydroxychloroquine.
How to Use Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate:
Tablet
- Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often. You should not use Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate more often or in greater amounts than your doctor ordered.
- Take Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate with food or milk.
If a dose of Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate is missed:
- If you take one dose a week, take the missed dose as soon as possible. Then return to your regular dosing schedule.
- If you take one or more doses daily, take the missed dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take your medicine and skip the missed dose.
- You should not use two doses at the same time.
How to Store and Dispose of Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate:
- Store at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
- Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid While Taking Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate:
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
Warnings While Using Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate:
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate.
- Talk to your doctor if you have vision or eye problems, liver disease, skin disorder, or any other medical problems before you take Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate.
- Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate may cause dizziness and vision changes. Be careful while driving a car or operating machinery.
Possible Side Effects While Using Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate:
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Wheezing or trouble breathing
- Severe or bloody diarrhea
- Blurred vision or eye problems
- Skin rash or itching
- Unexplained fever, unusual bleeding or bruising
If you notice these less serious side effects while taking Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate, talk with your doctor:
- Headache
- Nausea or upset stomach
- Diarrhea
- Appetite loss
- Bleaching of hair or loss of hair
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate, tell your doctor.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088