Hetquenil 200 (Hydroxychloroquine)

In Treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune condition that causes joint inflammation, pain, and stiffness. Hetquenil 200 Tablet is used to reduce joint swelling, improve mobility, and slow down joint damage. It helps enhance daily functioning and quality of life in people with this chronic condition.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Hetquenil

• Skin rash
• Itching
• Affect lability
• Abdominal pain
• Blurred vision
• Headache
• Decreased appetite
• Diarrhea
• Vomiting
• Nausea

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. Hetquenil 200 Tablet should be taken with or after food.

Hetquenil 200 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.