Hetquenil 200 Tablet belongs to the class of medications known as 'anti-inflammatory drugs.' Hetquenil 200 Tablet is used to treat type 2 diabetes, acute or chronic rheumatoid arthritis, dyslipidemia (abnormally elevated cholesterol levels), systemic and discoid lupus erythematosus (autoimmune disease), polymorphous light eruption (a rash caused by sun exposure), and malaria, among other things.

Usage instructions-

• Use as directed by your doctor.  

How it works-

Hydroxychloroquine, an anti-inflammatory medicine that lowers inflammation in persons with autoimmune illnesses, is contained in Hetquenil 200 Tablet. Hydroxychloroquine enhances insulin sensitivity and has a hypoglycemic impact in diabetics. It is a disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug that decreases rheumatoid factor production in rheumatoid arthritis. It also lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease by lowering increased cholesterol levels in the body. Hydroxychloroquine is another anti-malarial medicine that works by raising the concentration of a poisonous substance in the parasite, causing it to die.

Safety information-

Pregnancy

Hetquenil 200 Tablet is safe to use in pregnancy. Studies in animals have shown minimal or no adverse effects on the developing baby. However, limited human studies are available.

Breastfeeding

It is safe to breastfeed with Hetquenil 200 Tablet. According to human studies, the drug does not enter the breast milk in large amounts and is not harmful for the baby.

Alcohol

It is recommended to use Hetquenil 200 Tablet with caution when drinking alcohol. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

Hetquenil 200 Tablet may cause side effects that can affect your drive.

Kidney

Hetquenil 200 Tablet should be administered with caution to patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustments may be necessary. Please consult your doctor.

Liver 

Hetquenil 200 Tablet should be administered with caution to patients with liver disease. Dose adjustments may be necessary. Please consult your doctor.