Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Roquin. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Roquin may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Roquin 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.
UNSAFE
Roquin 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.
CAUTION
Roquin should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Roquin 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.
CAUTION
Roquin should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Roquin may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of Roquin 200mg Tablet
Introduction
Roquin 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.
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Uses of Roquin
Rheumatoid arthritis
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
Side effects of Roquin
Common
Blurred vision
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Feeling sick
Headache
Loss of appetite
Mood changes
How to use Roquin
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. Roquin is to be taken with food.
How Roquin works
Roquin 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.
What if you forget to take Roquin?
If you miss a dose of Roquin, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
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Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
It can take 8-12 weeks for HCQS 200 Tablet to work. Keep taking it as prescribed.
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It can cause lowering of blood glucose level. Inform your doctor if you experience hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin...
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Brief Description
Indication
Acute and chronic rheumatoid arthritis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Malaria
Administration
Should be taken with food.
Adult Dose
Oral
Malaria
Acute treatment
800 mg PO, then 400 mg PO 6-8 hours later, then 400 mg PO at 24 and 48 hours
Prophylaxis
400 mg PO weekly, starti...
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Child Dose
Malaria
Acute treatment
13 mg/kg base PO, then 6.5 mg/kg base PO 6 hr later, then 6.5 mg/kg base PO at 24 and 48 hours; not to exceed 400 mg/day bas...
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Renal Dose
Renal impairment: Estimation of plasma hydroxychloroquine levels to be undertaken in patients with severely compromised function and dosage adjusted a...
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Contraindication
The presence of retinal or visual field changes attributable to any 4-aminoquinoline compound, patients with known hypersensitivity to 4-aminoquinolin...
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Mode of Action
Hydroxychloroquine is a 4-aminoquinoline antimalarial with actions similar to those of chloroquine but is mainly used in the treatment of SLE and rheu...
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Precaution
Impaired liver or renal function, severe GI disorders, porphyria, psoriasis, neurological disorders especially a history of epilepsy, myasthenia gravi...
Cimetidine may increase serum levels of hydroxychloroquine. Its absorption may be decreased by kaolin or Mg trisilicate. Avoid digoxin and alcohol. In...
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