1. Hydroxychloroquine sulfate is consumed by those who have inflammation problems
2. Those who are infected with autoimmune diseases can consume the medicine. This is a condition where the immune system is affected by itself, on its own by mistake.
3. Those affected with Rheumatoid arthritis causes inflammation of the joints.
4. It can be consumed by children suffering from Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
5. Those who are having skin problems sensitive to light can also take medication.

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Instructions for consuming the medicine

1. Hydroxychloroquine sulfate should be strictly consumed only as per the doctor’s advice as the doctor will prescribe the dosage as per the body weight and condition of the person
2. The medicine should be consumed orally
3. Consume the medicine by completely swallowing it as a whole after a meal with a glass of milk or water.
4. Do not crush or chew the pills.
5. If you are taking the medicine to cure skin problems that are sensitive to sunlight, then it is advisable to consume the medicine only during periods of high exposure to light.
6.  Do not change the dose yourself make sure to consult with the doctor regarding the consumption of the pill
7. The treatment needs to be put to an end if the medication has not given any successful results even after consuming the medicines for six months
8. This medicine is meant to be for children who weigh more than 31 kg alone

  Possible side effects

Just like all other medicines, even hydroxychloroquine sulfate can sometimes cause the consumer a few side effects which are discussed below. The sides effects are not caused in all but in just in a few which depends on the body condition

It is advisable to stop taking the medicine and see a doctor or go to a hospital at the earliest if any allergic reactions such as a red or lumpy rash, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of the eyelids, lips, face, throat, or tongue are caused.

List of common side effects

1. Rash with a fever and flu-like symptoms
2. Enlarged lymph nodes.
3. A condition that causes Blisters, scaly skin, pus-filled spots along fever.
4. The skin around the lips, eyes, mouth, nose, and genitals would tend to peel off.
5. Multiple skin issues like plum-colored skin which may be raised and skin reactions with painful sores, joint aches, and fever sometimes
6. Changes in the color of your eye, blurring, sensitivity to light are common reactions that might be caused in one out of 10 consumers
7. One out of a hundred consumers are affected with muscle weakness, cramps since the medicines are consumed for a long time.
8. Fever, severe chills, sore throat, or mouth ulcers.

List of rare reactions

1. Anemia
2. Short of breath
3.  Coughing
4. High blood pressure
5. Increased heart rate
6. Low amount of urine.
7. Low blood sugar levels
8.  Jaundice or hepatitis.
9.  Fits.
10.  Stiffness in the mouth and tongue.
11.   Mood swings

Storage instructions for hydroxychloroquine sulfate

Keep out of reach from toddlers and children.

Dispose the medicine if expired

Store in the area below 25°C.

Consult with the pharmacist on how to throw away medicines you no longer use

Do not throw away any medicines along with household waste.