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Hydroxychloroquine - Overview

Hydroxychloroquine prescription medication, marketed under the name Plaquenil, is a medication used in the management of some cases of lupus and arthritis and in the treatment of uncomplicated malaria infections. People who need a hydroxychloroquine prescription can use Push Health to connect with a medical provider who can prescribe hydroxychloroquine medication, including hydroxychloroquine 200 mg tablets, when appropriate to do so.

What Is Hydroxychloroquine Used For?

Hydroxychloroquine prescription medication, like chloroquine, belongs to a class of medications known as 4-aminoquinoline compounds. These compounds, including hydroxychloroquine, get their name because, structurally, they involve a quinoline with an amino group at the 4-position. Used for managing various inflammatory disorders and treating malarial infections, the mechanism of action by which Plaquenil exerts its anti-inflammatory and antimalarial effects is not well understood although it may involve changing lysosomal pH in some cells. Hydroxychloroquine likely modulates cells and markers in the immune system in some way, blunting their effects. After an oral dose of hydroxychloroquine, a half life of roughly three weeks after reaching an average peak concentration in the blood in just over three hours.

Hydroxychloroquine - Dose and Cost

Hydroxychloroquine tablets should be taken with food or milk and the typical starting dosage is one hydroxychloroquine sulfate 200 mg tablet. When used for malaria prophylaxis, the dosage frequently prescribed is hydroxychloroquine 400 mg once weekly starting 14 days before exposure and finishing 28 days after leaving the region of exposure. Ultimately, the hydroxychloroquine regimen chosen depends on the judgement of the prescribing medical provider and the specific needs of the patient. Hydroxychloroquine sulfate itself is a crystalline powder that dissolves well in water and is white in color. Plaquenil is relatively affordable, costing less than 50 cents per hydroxychloroquine 200 mg tablet at many pharmacies in the United States. Insurance plans will sometimes cover the cost of a hydroxychloroquine sulfate prescription when prescribed for certain conditions. For people paying out of pocket for their medication, hydroxychloroquine coupons may also be found through the manufacturer or other sources from time to time.

Can I Buy Hydroxychloroquine Online?

Hydroxychloroquine medication requires a prescription to be dispensed by a pharmacy in the United States. As a result, it is not possible to legally buy hydroxychloroquine online without first getting a prescription and hydroxychloroquine OTC is not available in the United States. The first step to getting a hydroxychloroquine prescription is consulting with a medical provider who can prescribe in the US. People who need a hydroxychloroquine sulfate prescription can connect with a licensed medical provider through Push Health who will soon be able to prescribe hydroxychloroquine medication, including generic hydroxychloroquine 200 mg tablets, when appropriate to do so.

Hydroxychloroquine - Side Effects

Hydroxychloroquine prescription medication can cause side effects when used. Side effects that can result from hydroxychloroquine use include fatigue, blood disorders, ear problems, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and mood disorders. Eye damage is a significant side effect that can also occur with hydroxychloroquine use. People who have a known hypersensitivity to hydroxychloroquine sulfate or other 4-aminoquinoline compounds should not use the medication. Hydroxychloroquine and alcohol should not be used concomitantly. Before using hydroxychloroquine sulfate, it is recommended to talk to one's medical provider and pharmacist about concerns and possible side effects.

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