PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
HCQS 200 mg Tablet is used to treat autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus. It slows the disease’s progression and relieves pain, swelling, and redness. It is also used in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus to improve glycemic control.
HCQS 200 mg Tablet should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach upset. You should take it regularly and at the same time each day to get the maximum benefit from it. Keep taking it as recommended by your doctor and complete the dose even if you feel better.
The common side effects of this medicine include blurred vision and increased sensitivity to light. It may even change the color of your eyes. Consult with your doctor if any of these side effects do not go away with time or get worse. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms.
To make sure the medicine is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, or liver. Also, tell your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking. Your doctor may recommend regular eye tests to check your vision while on this medication. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult with their doctors before taking the medicine.
USES OF HCQS TABLET
- Treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis
- Treatment of Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
- Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
BENEFITS OF HCQS TABLET
In Treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune condition where your body’s immune system (which usually fights bacteria and viruses) attacks your body’s own cells. HCQS 200 Tablet stops that from happening and can relieve the symptoms of this condition such as pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints. It can also slow down joint damage, reduce disability, and enable you to be as active for as long as possible. It can take several weeks or months to notice the effect of the medicine. You should continue taking it until your doctor says it is okay to stop using the medicine.
In Treatment of Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease. In this disease, the immune system of the body mistakenly attacks healthy tissue. It can affect the skin, joints, kidneys, brain, and other organs. HCQS 200 Tablet prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. It can be used to treat a great many different inflammatory and allergic conditions. It lowers your immune system’s response to these conditions thereby reducing symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching and other allergic-type reactions.
You should always take it as it has been prescribed for you. Do not stop taking it without your doctor’s advice. This can cause unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Because this medicine weakens your immune system, you should avoid being near people who are ill or have infections.
In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
In addition to diet and exercise, HCQS 200 Tablet helps improve glycemic control and reduces glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) levels in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
SIDE EFFECTS OF HCQS TABLET
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them.
Common side effects of HCQS
- Blurred vision
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Decreased appetite
- Skin rash
- Itching
- Affect lability
HOW TO USE HCQS TABLET
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. HCQS 200mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
HOW HCQS TABLET WORKS
HCQS 200mg Tablet is a Disease Modifying Anti-Rheumatoid Drug (DMARD). It works by suppressing the overactivity of the immune system that causes inflammation (swelling) and pain in the joints. This slows the progression of the underlying disease. It has also been suggested that hydroxychloroquine may increase insulin sensitivity and improve beta-cell function, thereby improving glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol – CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with HCQS 200 mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy – SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
HCQS 200 mg Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
Breast feeding – SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
HCQS 200 mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving – UNSAFE
HCQS 200 mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
You may get eye problems while taking this medicine. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney – CAUTION
HCQS 200 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of HCQS 200 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
This medicine can affect your eyes. Regular eye check up is recommended while you are taking this medicine.
Liver – CAUTION
HCQS 200 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of HCQS 200 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.