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Plaquenil belongs to the group of anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive drugs of the 4-aminoquinolines group. It is used to treat and prevent acute attacks of tropical malaria, to treat lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.
Plaquenil – properties
Plaquenil has the ability to inhibit the action of toxic free radicals produced during metabolism (antioxidant effect). In addition, it turns off the vital activity of protozoa that cause infectious diseases; in particular, it concerns the malaria pathogen, and also inhibits inflammatory responses. Another of its features is the suppression of the synthesis of radicals that activate the immune system. This contributes to the reduction of autoimmune processes. Plaquenil has the ability to inhibit the formation of rheumatoid factor immunoglobulin (antibodies). Producer place Plaquenil is Sanofi Aventis.
Plaquenil – application
Plaquenil it is used to treat malaria, as well as to protect the body from contracting it. Recommended for rheumatoid arthritis of all ages and to combat systemic lupus erythematosus and erythematosus.
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Plaquenil – contraindications
Contraindication to the use of the drug Plaquenil is hypersensitivity to its components by the patient (the full list should be included in the package Plaquenil leaflet), hereditary intolerance to certain types of simple sugars, malabsorption syndrome (insufficient absorption of one or more nutrients in the small intestine), in eye diseases associated with changes in the retina (retinopathy), in porphyria.
It should not be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding, or in children under six years of age.
Plaquenil – precautions
Medical supervision should include the user Plaquenil a person who suffers from visual disturbances and is taking medication for it, has had or is suffering from severe liver, kidney, digestive system diseases, has a blood disorder, neurological diseases, has skin sensitivity to light or has psoriasis.
Plaquenil – dosage
Plaquenil it is usually administered in the form of 2 tablets per week. They must be taken systematically, always on the same day of the week. Do not exceed the recommended doses.
If you have malaria, the usual dose is 800 mg for the first dose, then 6 mg every 400 hours thereafter.
In the case of administration of plaquenil in the treatment of RA (rheumatoid arthritis), the dose is determined individually by the doctor. It depends on the weight and health of the patient. The effects of the drug are visible only after at least 3 months after the end of the treatment.
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Plaquenil – side effects
Side effects after taking the drug most often occur when it has been overdosed. Then there are headaches and dizziness, nausea and vomiting, fatigue, anxiety and irritability, changes in the retina of the eye, and with long-term use of the drug – even permanent deterioration of eyesight.
If there are only side effects, stop the treatment immediately and see a doctor.
Plaquenil – price and reviews
Plaquenil it is sold in the form of coated tablets. Its price is below PLN 40. It is a drug that is used very rarely, so it’s hard to find what it is Plauqenil online reviews.