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HCQ 200

HCQ 200 (Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate) is a 4 aminoquinoline mainly used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, systemic and discoid lupus erythematosus. Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate is considered a disease modifying anti-rheumatic drug (DMARD) because it not only can decrease the pain and swelling of arthritis but may also prevent joint damage & reduce the risk of long-term disability.

It is manufactured by: Getz pharma ( PVT). HCQ-200

Package contains:

30 film coated tablets of HCQ 200 in 3 strips & leaf insert.

 Available for oral use.

INGREDIENTS:

Each film-coated tablet Contains:

Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate USP 200mg.

Dosage:

The dose of this medicine depends on the severity of the disease and the patient’s response to treatment.

A suitable dose is 400mg to 600mg (2 or 3 tablets) daily, preferably taken at mealtimes.

As directed by the physician or see package insert for full prescribing information.

Precautions: 

It should not be used in pregnancy & nursing mothers.

To be sold on prescription of registered medical practitioner only.

Please read the contents carefully before use.

Given to G-6-PD Patients with caution.

Not use for children.

Side-effects:

The side effects of this medicine include gastrointestinal disturbance, headache, and skin reactions in rare cases, or long-term use visual changes may occur.

Its side effects occur rarely include blood disorders, mental changes, and myopathy.

Contraindications:

Patients with known hypersensitivity to 4-aminoquinoline compounds. 

Patients with pre-existing maculopathy of the eye.

 

Long-term therapy in children.

Children under 6 years of age. HCQ-200-back

Instructions:

Store below 30°C.

Protect from sunlight and moisture.

Keep out of reach of children.

This is a link to the manufacturer below:

https://getzpharma.com/

You can buy it online at:

https://dvago.pk

Or

https://dawaai.pk