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food interaction for Eraquin Tablet
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food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Eraquin 400mg Tablet should be taken with or after food.
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CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Eraquin 400mg Tablet.
CAUTION
Eraquin 400mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Eraquin 400mg Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
CAUTION
SALT INFORMATION FOR Eraquin 400mg Tablet
Hydroxychloroquine(400mg)
Eraquin tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus.
How eraquin tablet works
Eraquin 400mg Tablet 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. It has also been suggested that hydroxychloroquine may increase insulin sensitivity and improve beta-cell function, thereby improving glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Common side effects of eraquin tablet
Skin rash, Abdominal pain, Blurred vision, Headache, Decreased appetite, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Nausea, Emotional lability
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Expert advice FOR Eraquin Tablet
- Consider taking Hydroxychloroquine with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- It can take 8-12 weeks for Hydroxychloroquine to work. Keep taking it as prescribed.
- Do not take medicines that neutralise stomach acids (antacids) four hours before and after taking Hydroxychloroquine as they can stop the medicine from being absorbed properly from your gut.
- Have regular eye tests done while taking this medicine. Stop taking it and inform your doctor immediately if you notice any changes in your vision.
- It can lower the blood glucose level. Inform your doctor if you experience hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool, pale skin, tremor, and anxious feelings.
Frequently asked questions FOR Eraquin 400mg Tablet
Hydroxychloroquine
Q. Is Eraquin 400mg Tablet effective against novel coronavirus infection?
Eraquin 400mg Tablet is currently under study in various clinical trials (research studies in human beings) for the prevention of novel coronavirus infection and treatment of patients with COVID-19 (the illness caused by the novel coronavirus). This medicine has shown some activity against the novel coronavirus in laboratory studies (in vitro studies). However, further evidence is required to conclude that Eraquin 400mg Tablet is effective against the novel coronavirus.
Q. Can Eraquin 400mg Tablet be used for the prophylaxis of the novel coronavirus infection?
The national task force for COVID-19 (constituted by ICMR) has recommended the use of Eraquin 400mg Tablet for the prevention of novel coronavirus infection ONLY in certain high-risk populations (i.e., people at high risk of exposure to the virus) or emergencies. It can be used for prophylaxis in case of asymptomatic healthcare workers involved in the care of suspected or confirmed cases of COVID-19 and asymptomatic household contacts of laboratory-confirmed cases.
Q. Do we need to maintain a stock of Eraquin 400mg Tablet?
No, we do not have to maintain a stock of Eraquin 400mg Tablet. If you suspect that you have contracted the novel coronavirus infection, consult a doctor immediately and strictly follow their advice. Do not self-administer Eraquin 400mg Tablet. Keep in mind that this medicine needs to be taken only if prescribed by a registered medical practitioner.