Hydroxychloroquine

Uses

Hydroxychloroquine or HCQS is used in the treatment of malaria, rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus.

How it Works

Hydroxychloroquine works by blocking the action of chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation, swelling and redness which are associated with certain autoimmune diseases. Hydroxychloroquine suppresses the underlying disease process, rather than simply treating the disease thus helping to reduce the symptoms.

Common Side effects

Patients who take Hydroxychloroquine may suffer from such side effects;

Headache,
Feeling sick,
Mood changes,
Loss of appetite,
Abdominal pain,
Diarrhoea