Hydroxychloroquine
Synonym : -
Molecular Formulae: : C18H26ClN3O.H2SO4 = 434.0
Precautions : Caution in impaired renal or hepatic dysfunction, psoriasis, epilepsy and myasthenia gravis. high doses associate with retinal and visual field changes.
Indications/Uses: Systemic and discoid lupus erythromatosus, rheumatoid arthritis, light sensitive eruptions; 400-600mg daily.
Interactions :
Side Effects : Gastro-intestinal disturbances. skin reactions. visual changes. retinal damage. ototoxicity. rarely blood disorders.
Brands with Hydroxychloroquine :
Hcqs
Plaquenil