Oxcq 200 Tablets

Oxcq 200 Tablets is an oral tablet containing hydroxychloroquine 200 mg in each tablet. Hydroxychloroquine is an antimalarial medicine that is also used for certain autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. Oxcq 200 Tablets is taken by mouth only, and its role is based on the condition your doctor is treating, not on a one-size-fits-all plan. Because it is a 200 mg strength, it is a standard tablet strength that can be adjusted by your prescriber to match your needs.

How it works: Hydroxychloroquine works by changing how the immune system behaves and by reducing inflammation in the body. In tablet form, Oxcq 200 Tablets is absorbed through the stomach and intestines after swallowing, then begins helping over time rather than giving immediate relief.

Oxcq 200 Tablets provides 200 mg of hydroxychloroquine per tablet, which is a commonly used tablet strength for adults when a doctor wants flexible dosing. Since there are no other strengths or forms listed for this brand, this tablet simply represents the exact strength supplied in this pack, and the right schedule depends on the condition being treated, body weight, and medical history.

• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Systemic lupus erythematosus
• Malaria prevention or treatment, when prescribed
• Other autoimmune conditions prescribed by a doctor

• Swallow Oxcq 200 Tablets whole with water; do not chew, crush, or split unless your doctor or pharmacist tells you to.
• Take it exactly on the schedule prescribed, because the timing may be daily, less often, or tailored to your condition.
• Taking the tablet with food or milk may help reduce stomach upset.
• If you take it once daily, try to take it at the same time each day.
• Do not take extra tablets to make up for a missed dose unless your prescriber specifically instructs you to do so.

Each Oxcq 200 Tablets tablet contains hydroxychloroquine 200 mg. The number of tablets you take may range from once daily to less frequent schedules depending on why it was prescribed, and the maximum daily amount is set by your doctor based on your body weight and medical risk. Do not use more tablets than prescribed, because this 200 mg strength can add up quickly if taken too often.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Hydroxychloroquine may include:

• Nausea
• Stomach pain or upset stomach
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Loss of appetite
• Mild skin rash

• Tell your doctor if you have eye disease or a history of retinal problems before using Oxcq 200 Tablets.
• Use caution if you have heart disease, a slow heart rate, or a history of rhythm problems.
• Report any vision changes right away, since hydroxychloroquine can affect the retina with ongoing use.
• Use extra care if you take diabetes medicines, because this tablet can affect blood sugar levels.
• Alcohol may worsen stomach upset or dizziness in some people.
• Do not drive or operate machinery if Oxcq 200 Tablets makes you dizzy or causes blurry vision.
• Your doctor may need to monitor your blood counts, liver function, or eye health during treatment.

• Digoxin
• Diabetes medicines such as insulin or sulfonylureas
• Drugs that can affect heart rhythm, including some antibiotics and antiarrhythmics
• Antacids or kaolin, which may reduce absorption if taken too close together
• Other medicines that may stress the eyes or liver, depending on your full medication list

Store Oxcq 200 Tablets at room temperature in the original strip or box, away from moisture, heat, and children.