Plaquenil 200 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus. It slows down the progression of the disease and provides relief from pain, swelling, and redness.
Plaquenil 200 mg
Plaquenil 200 mg
Plaquenil 200 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus. It slows down the progression of the disease and provides relief from pain, swelling, and redness.
Equivalent Brand
HCQS Tablets
Generic Name
Hydroxychloroquine
Indication
Rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus
Strength
Hydroxychloroquine 200 mg
Manufacturer
Sanofi
Packaging
15 tablets in 1 strip
Pharmaceutical Form
Tablets
USES OF Plaquenil 200 mg TABLET
Rheumatoid arthritis The systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).
BENEFITS OF Plaquenil 200 mg TABLET
In 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 Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) The 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. Plaquenil 200 mg 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.
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