Arthosave 200 mg Hydroxychloroquine 100 Tablets :

Hydroxychloroquine sulfate 200 mg tablets.

Why Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate is Used:

Hydroxychloroquine is used in the following cases:

• To treat rheumatoid arthritis.

• To treat lupus (autoimmune diseases affecting the skin and internal organs).

• To prevent or treat malaria in certain cases.

Do Not Take Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate If:

• You are allergic to the active ingredients or any other components of this medication.

• You have an eye problem affecting the retina.

Warnings and Precautions:

Inform your doctor about all your health conditions, including:

• If you have liver or kidney problems.

• If you have stomach issues.

• If you have heart problems.

• If you have eye problems.

• If you have psoriasis.

• If you have nervous system problems.

• If you have porphyria, a blood disorder.

• If you have a hereditary condition called glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency.

Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight while taking this medication.

Possible Side Effects:

Stop using this product and seek immediate medical attention if you develop a rash; itching; red, blistered, or peeling skin; chest or throat tightness; difficulty breathing, swallowing, or speaking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat. The frequency of these side effects is unknown.

Serious Side Effects:

• Severe skin reaction

• Eye problems

• Liver problems

• Heart problems

Other Medications and Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate:

Inform your doctor about all medications you are taking.

Hydroxychloroquine interacts with the following drugs:

• Certain antibiotics

• Medications affecting heart rhythm

• Medications for epilepsy

• Medications for myasthenia gravis

• Medications affecting the eyes

• Medications for diabetes

• Medications used to reduce stomach acidity

• Cimetidine

• Tamoxifen

• Digoxin

• Cyclosporine

• Methotrexate

• Rabies vaccine

• Praziquantel

How to Take Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate:

• Take this medication as prescribed by your doctor.

• Take this medication with food or milk.

• Swallow whole. Avoid chewing, breaking, or crushing.

• Antacids should not be taken within 4 hours of this medication.

• For rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, the usual dose is one or two tablets once or twice daily.

• For malaria prevention, the usual dose is two tablets once weekly.

• For malaria treatment, the usual dose is 800 mg once, then 400 mg after 6 hours, 12 hours, and 48 hours from the first dose.

• For children, the dose depends on the child's weight. Your doctor will determine the dose.