Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate Flashcards
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What is the brand name of hydroxychloroquine sulfate?

Plaquenil

What drug class does hydroxychloroquine sulfate belong to?

Antimalarial

What are the 3 labeled indications of use for hydroxychloroquine sulfate?

  1. Malaria (both suppressive attacks and acute attacks), 2. Discoid and systemic lupus erythematosus, 3. Rheumatoid arthritis

What is the dosage form of hydroxychloroquine sulfate?

<p>Tablets</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some adverse effects of hydroxychloroquine sulfate? (Select all that apply)

<p>Headache</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the pregnancy category for hydroxychloroquine sulfate?

<p>None established</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the storage requirement for hydroxychloroquine sulfate?

<p>Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and children</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate Overview

  • Brand name: Plaquenil
  • Drug class: Antimalarial

Indications of Use

  • Treats malaria, effective for suppressive attacks and acute cases
  • Utilized in managing discoid and systemic lupus erythematosus
  • Prescribed for rheumatoid arthritis

Dosage Form

  • Available as tablets

Adverse Effects

  • Common reactions: headache, dizziness, nausea
  • Notable visual disturbances can occur
  • Other effects include edema, weight loss, blood dyscrasias, nervousness, anorexia, and abdominal skin pigmentation

Pregnancy Information

  • Pregnancy category: None established, indicating no definitive safety data

Storage Requirements

  • Store in a cool, dry environment away from sunlight and out of reach of children

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