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Hydroxychloroquine is used for treating malaria, autoimmune conditions, such as chronic discoid lupus erythematosus, systemic lupus erythematosus, and rheumatoid arthritis. It comes under a class of drugs called disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs. It is taken orally to treat the conditions.

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How soon does hydroxychloroquine work for RA?

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Why do I have severe swelling and joint pain?

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What are safe RA treatments while trying to conceive?

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How often should lupus nephritis be checked?

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What are the uses and side effects of Hydroxychloroquine?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Hydroxychloroquine is in a class of drugs called antimalarials and is also an antirheumatic drug.

Does the rheumatoid arthritis pain increase after delivery?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Rheumatoid arthritis flare (increase in disease activity) usually occurs after delivery. It is pretty common to have joint pain and swelling after delivery.

How should I treat lupus and scrub typhus?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I sincerely apologize that you have to go through this. Let’s break down your condition: The presence of an infected eschar and fever suggests worsening scrub typhus.

I have pain in joints with bad flares in hands, knees, and hips. Please suggest possible diagnosis.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. You seem to have multiple joint arthritis.

Can my wife stop taking SLE medicines during pregnancy?

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Are biologics better than Methotrexate for my RA at 47?

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