Hydroxychloroquine (GH) TM
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Active ingredients: hydroxychloroquine
Pack: Hydroxychloroquine (GH) 200 mg tablet, 100, bottle
Brand name
(ARTG)
: HYDROXYCHLOROQUINE GH Tablets hydroxychloroquine sulfate 200 mg tablets bottleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Rheumatoid arthritis; mild systemic and discoid lupus erythematosus; the suppression and treatment of malaria.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- White to off white capsule shaped tablets embossed HCQS on one side plain on the other side
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 100 pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on November, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient hydroxychloroquine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
