Hqra 200 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Hqra Benefits & Uses

Hqra is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Hqra Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Lupus Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 6.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 days Special Instructions: This dose for Acute attack, first dose take 13 mg/kg
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 days Special Instructions: This dose for Acute attack, first dose take 13 mg/kg
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 days Special Instructions: This dose for Acute attack, first dose take 13 mg/kg

Hqra Related Warnings

Is the use of Hqra safe for pregnant women?

Hqra rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild

Mild
Is the use of Hqra safe during breastfeeding?

Hqra can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Hqra on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Hqra on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Hqra on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Hqra. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Hqra only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Hqra on the Heart?

Hqra may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Hqra with Other Drugs

Hqra should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Quinidine

Acarbose

Alfuzosin

Alogliptin

Alogliptin Tablet

Metformin

Pioglitazone

Hqra Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Hqra unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Liver Disease
Anemia
Porphyria
Heart Disease
Psoriasis

Frequently asked Questions about Hqra

Is this Hqra habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Hqra is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Hqra as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Hqra only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Hqra in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Hqra Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Hqra

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Hqra, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Hqra

Information about the interaction of Hqra and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Hqra

Question almost 5 years ago

What is Hqra?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Hqra is a brand name of hydroxychloroquine and it comes in the form of a tablet. It belongs to the class of drugs known as antimalarials and disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). It is a prescription drug that is used in the prevention and treatment of malaria which is a vector-borne infectious disease caused by parasites Plasmodium species which are Plasmodium falciparum, Plasmodium malariae, Plasmodium ovale, and Plasmodium vivax. It is also used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) both are autoimmune diseases which causes inflammation and pain. It is also used off-label for the treatment of porphyria cutanea tarda (PCT) (a blood disorder that affects the skin).

Question over 4 years ago

Does Hqra prevent malaria?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Hqra is used to prevent and treat malaria caused by parasites Plasmodium species which are Plasmodium falciparum, Plasmodium malariae, Plasmodium ovale, and Plasmodium vivax. It is presumed that Hqra works by increasing pH in the acid vesicles of parasite which interferes in the parasite's ability to break down and digest hemoglobin. Malarial parasites need hemoglobin for growth and survival. This results in starvation and death of parasites.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Hqra cause diarrhoea?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Hqra has been reported to cause diarrhoea and it is a common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Hqra safe to use?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Yes, Hqra is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects have been observed at a regular dose such as a headache, nausea, and vomiting. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above side effects.