Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate

Porphyria Cutanea Tarda, Q Fever, Malaria + 7 more

Treatment

14 FDA approvals

20 Active Studies for Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate

What is Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate

Hydroxychloroquine

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Hydroxychloroquine is a medication used to treat malaria, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and other conditions. It was developed during World War II as a less toxic alternative to chloroquine and was approved by the FDA in 1955. The FDA previously authorized emergency use of hydroxychloroquine for the treatment of COVID-19, but revoked this authorization on June 15, 2020 due to safety concerns. A recent study found that hydroxychloroquine may be associated with increased risk of fatality when used to treat COVID-19.

Plaquenil

is the brand name

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Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Plaquenil

Hydroxychloroquine

1955

107

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Hydroxychloroquine, also known as Plaquenil, is approved by the FDA for 14 uses which include Lupus and Malaria .

Lupus

Malaria

Lupus Erythematosus, Discoid

Malaria

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)

uncomplicated Malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Helps manage Rheumatoid Arthritis

Uncomplicated Malaria caused by Plasmodium ovale

Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)

Uncomplicated Malaria caused by Plasmodium Vivax

Plasmodium Infections

Malaria

Malaria

Malaria

Effectiveness

How Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate Affects Patients

Hydroxychloroquine affects the way cells in the body work, and can help to reduce autoimmune diseases. It also stops plasmodia, a type of parasite, from getting energy from hemoglobin. Hydroxychloroquine is usually taken on a weekly basis, but it can cause low blood sugar levels in those with diabetes, so they should monitor their blood sugar levels closely. It is not effective in areas where malaria resistance to chloroquine has been reported.

How Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate works in the body

Hydroxychloroquine works by raising the pH of lysosomes inside the malaria parasite, preventing it from digesting hemoglobin. It can also stop a parasitic enzyme from working, trapping a toxic product in the cell. In human cells, hydroxychloroquine raises the pH of organelles, which reduces the inflammatory response and prevents the presentation of antigens to autoimmune T cells. It can also prevent viruses like SARS-CoV and SARS-CoV-2 from entering cells by inhibiting glycosylation of ACE2, the receptor they use to enter.

When to interrupt dosage

The measure of Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate is contingent upon the determined disorder, including Lupus Erythematosus, Discoid, Sjögren's Syndrome and Malaria. The quantity of dosage is contingent upon the technique of delivery (e.g. Oral or Tablet) featured in the table beneath.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Q Fever

, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 100.0 mg

, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Enteral, Tablet, film coated - Enteral

Malaria

, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 100.0 mg

, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Enteral, Tablet, film coated - Enteral

Rheumatoid Arthritis

, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 100.0 mg

, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Enteral, Tablet, film coated - Enteral

Lupus

, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 100.0 mg

, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Enteral, Tablet, film coated - Enteral

Lupus Erythematosus, Discoid

, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 100.0 mg

, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Enteral, Tablet, film coated - Enteral

Malaria

, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 100.0 mg

, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Enteral, Tablet, film coated - Enteral

Malaria

, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 100.0 mg

, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Enteral, Tablet, film coated - Enteral

Malaria

, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 100.0 mg

, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Enteral, Tablet, film coated - Enteral

Malaria

, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 100.0 mg

, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Enteral, Tablet, film coated - Enteral

Porphyria Cutanea Tarda

, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 100.0 mg

, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Enteral, Tablet, film coated - Enteral

Warnings

Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions

Do Not Combine

Hydroxychloroquine may interact with Pulse Frequency

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate.

Common Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

2-Methoxyethanol

Major

The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Hydroxychloroquine is combined with 2-Methoxyethanol.

7-Nitroindazole

Major

The therapeutic efficacy of 7-Nitroindazole can be decreased when used in combination with Hydroxychloroquine.

9-(N-methyl-L-isoleucine)-cyclosporin A

Major

The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Hydroxychloroquine is combined with 9-(N-methyl-L-isoleucine)-cyclosporin A.

Abetimus

Major

The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Hydroxychloroquine is combined with Abetimus.

Acebutolol

Major

The risk or severity of QTc prolongation can be decreased when Hydroxychloroquine is combined with Acebutolol.

Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate Toxicity & Overdose Risk

Hydroxychloroquine overdose can cause headaches, drowsiness, blurry vision, and a decrease in potassium levels. In severe cases, it can lead to an abnormal heart rhythm, seizures, and even death. Treatment for overdose includes emptying the stomach with gastric lavage, administering activated charcoal, and giving fluids and medications such as diazepam and epinephrine. Monitoring of the patient should continue for at least 6 hours.

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Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate?

141 active studies are currently being conducted to assess the potential of Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate to ameliorate Rheumatoid Arthritis, Q Fever and Porphyria Cutanea Tarda.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Lupus

65 Actively Recruiting

Phase 2, Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 3, Phase 4, Early Phase 1

Q Fever

0 Actively Recruiting

Malaria

0 Actively Recruiting

Lupus Erythematosus, Discoid

9 Actively Recruiting

Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 1

Malaria

0 Actively Recruiting

Malaria

0 Actively Recruiting

Rheumatoid Arthritis

58 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 3, Phase 2, Phase 1, Phase 4

Malaria

0 Actively Recruiting

Porphyria Cutanea Tarda

0 Actively Recruiting

Malaria

0 Actively Recruiting

Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate Reviews: What are patients saying about Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate?

4.7

Patient Review

2/12/2020

Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate for Rheumatoid Arthritis

I've been seeing significant improvements in my joint pain and swelling since starting this treatment a couple months ago. It's made daily life much more manageable.

4

Patient Review

3/21/2020

Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

I've been taking this medication for nearly two decades now and it's really helped me. It took a few months to start working, but the benefits have been great: reduced inflammation, no more joint pain, eliminated rashes, fever reduction, and an improved quality of life. So far there's also been no impact on my vision (which is tested yearly).

4

Patient Review

9/22/2019

Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate for Rheumatoid Arthritis

I've been on this medication for seven months now, and it's done wonders for my rheumatoid arthritis. The swelling in my hands has gone down, the stiffness is gone, and the pain is barely there. I almost forget that I have RA!

4

Patient Review

10/30/2018

Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate for Rheumatoid Arthritis

The only side effect I have experienced is nausea when taking the medicine and during the day. Luckily, it goes away after about 30-45 minutes.

3

Patient Review

3/19/2022

Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate for Rheumatoid Arthritis

I was taking sulfasalazine but had an allergic reaction to it six months into the treatment after being diagnosed. Now my doctors want me to try hydroxychloroquine.

2.7

Patient Review

4/22/2020

Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate for Rheumatoid Arthritis

Unfortunately, this caused a severe allergic reaction in me called Stevens Johnson Syndrome. It was incredibly painful and my skin blistered and peeled off. I also lost hair and nails were damaged.

2.3

Patient Review

12/18/2018

Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate for Rheumatoid Arthritis

I unfortunately constantly felt nauseous, was vomiting frequently, and had blurred vision while on this medication. Additionally, it seemed to negatively impact my congestive heart failure. All in all, a very unpleasant experience.

1.7

Patient Review

2/16/2022

Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate for Rheumatoid Arthritis

I took this for extremely dry eye and mouth and whole body pain. Only two weeks in and it feels like someone’s beating me with a hammer! This pain is excruciating and the headaches are all day every day! I’m trying to hang I. There for a while but I’m not sure how much more I can stand!

1.3

Patient Review

2/11/2018

Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate for Rheumatoid Arthritis

I took Hydroy for four months. I started getting worried about the potential side effects and got my eyes checked. Even though everything was fine, I stopped taking it anyway. A few days after stopping, I got hives and itching on my back, then bursitis in my left elbow and left knee. I started taking it again at my regular 200mg dose twice a day to see if the symptoms would go away.

1

Patient Review

12/7/2017

Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate for Rheumatoid Arthritis

I got Stevens/Johnson Syndrome, which is a potentially fatal condition characterized by a rash with blisters all over my body. I was hospitalized and had to use ice packs to cool down. After the blisters went away, my skin started peeling off in sheets. I also lost some of my hair and toenails. It was the most horrible thing that ever happened to me.

1

Patient Review

4/4/2018

Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate for Rheumatoid Arthritis

I'm starting today and really hoping for the best. I read some of the other reviews and was scared by some of the potential side effects, especially hair loss.
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Patient Q&A Section about hydroxychloroquine sulfate

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What are the side effects to hydroxychloroquine?

"You may experience a headache, dizziness, loss of appetite, nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, vomiting, or rash."

Answered by AI

What are the benefits of taking hydroxychloroquine?

"If you're suffering from lupus, hydroxychloroquine may be able to improve your symptoms over the long term, including reducing pain, swelling, and joint stiffness, as well as improving the rash. However, it may take up to 12 weeks for these benefits to become apparent. Hydroxychloroquine is most often taken in combination with other drugs, such as methotrexate."

Answered by AI

What is hydroxychloroquine sulphate used for?

"Hydroxychloroquine sulfate is an antimalarial medicine that is approved in the United States for either prevention or treatment of certain types of malaria, lupus erythematosus, and rheumatoid arthritis. It has not been approved for the treatment of COVID-19."

Answered by AI

Is hydroxychloroquine sulphate a steroid?

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Hydroxychloroquine may help to reduce the need for steroids in people with immune thrombocytopenia, according to a review of the medical literature. The review looked at data from several studies involving hydroxychloroquine as a treatment for immune thrombocytopenia, a condition in which the body's immune system attacks and destroys platelets. Hydroxychloroquine is typically used in combination with other immunosuppressive drugs, and the review found that it may help to reduce the dosage or duration of steroid therapy in some cases. The review also found that hydroxychloroquine was generally well-tolerated, with few serious side effects."

Answered by AI

Clinical Trials for Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate

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VENT-03 for Lupus

18 - 80
All Sexes
Beverly Hills, CA

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if VENT-03 works to treat patients with cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE) who may or may not have systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Another goal is to learn about the safety of VENT-03 and how it is processed by the body. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Does VENT-03 affect the activity and severity of CLE? * What side effects do participants have when taking VENT-03? Researchers will compare VENT-03 to a placebo (a look-alike substance that contains no drug) to see if VENT-03 works to treat patients with CLE. Participants will: * Take VENT-03 or a placebo e for 4 weeks, then all participants will switch to VENT-03 for another 8 weeks; * Visit the clinic once a month for checkups and tests.

Phase 2
Recruiting

Investigative Site (+9 Sites)

Ventus Therapeutics U.S., Inc.

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Steroids for Rheumatoid Arthritis

18+
All Sexes
Toronto, Canada

People living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) often experience flares-periods where their symptoms suddenly get worse. These flares can cause significant pain, make it harder to move and do daily activities, and lower overall quality of life. Doctors often treat flares with medications called glucocorticoids (GCs), which reduce inflammation. These medications can be taken by mouth (oral/PO) or given as a single injection into the muscle (intramuscular/IM). However, it's not clear which option works better from the patient's point of view-especially when it comes to relief of symptoms, improvements in function, and satisfaction with treatment. Most research so far has focused on how well the drugs control the disease, rather than how they impact the patient's overall experience. Research Questions: 1. Does a single GC injection work just as well as taking pills over a few weeks in improving symptoms reported by patients? 2. How do the two treatments compare in terms of symptom relief, ability to function, and patient satisfaction? 3. What do patients think and feel about using GCs to treat RA flares? What the Investigators Think: The investigators believe that a one-time GC injection is just as good as taking pills for a few weeks when it comes to managing RA flares. In fact, the injection might even be safer and preferred by patients. What the Investigators are Doing: The investigators will study 220 adults with RA who are currently having a flare (with at least 3 swollen and tender joints). These patients will be recruited from rheumatology clinics at the University of Toronto and must not have used GCs in the past month. They will be randomly assigned to receive either: A single injection (Methylprednisolone 120 mg), or Oral pills (Prednisone starting at 15 mg daily and tapering down over 3 weeks). The main thing the investigators will look at is how much better patients feel after 6 weeks, based on a questionnaire designed to measure RA flares. The investigators will also look at how well they function, how satisfied they are with the treatment, and whether they had any side effects. In addition, 20 patients (10 from each group) will be interviewed to understand their experiences and opinions about flare treatment in more detail. Why This Is Possible: The investigators have already surveyed University of Toronto rheumatologists who support the idea and provided input on study design. The investigators have also partnered with experts in research methods, national arthritis organizations, and patient groups to make sure the study is relevant and meaningful. Ethics approval has been obtained. Why It Matters: RA flares can have a major impact on people's lives. While current treatments help control inflammation, the investigators need to better understand how these treatments affect people from their own perspective. This study will shift the focus to what matters most to patients, helping doctors and patients choose the best treatment based not only on medical results but also on the patient's experience. This could lead to more effective and personalized care for people living with RA.

Phase 4
Waitlist Available

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre (+4 Sites)

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Health Coaching for Rheumatoid Arthritis

18+
All Sexes
New York, NY

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if peer coaching works to reduce levels of anxiety and/or depression in adults diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). The main questions it aims to answer are: Do people with RA who complete the intervention with a peer coach have lower levels of anxiety and/or depression at 6 months from baseline? Do people with RA who complete the intervention with a peer coach have lower levels of anxiety and/or depression at 6 months compared to those in the control arm? Researchers will compare the peer coaching intervention to an active-control arm (where people without RA coach participants on general health and nutrition topics) to see if peer coaching works to reduce anxiety and/or depression. Participants will meet with a coach every week for 9 weeks and complete several surveys before, during and after the intervention

Recruiting
Has No Placebo

Weill Cornell Medical College

Iris Y Navarro-Millán, MD

Bristol-Myers Squibb

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Electromagnetic Resonance Therapy for Autoimmune Diseases

Any Age
All Sexes
New York, NY

The ImmuneNet study is a Phase I/II clinical trial sponsored by Truway Health, Inc. It will test whether gentle, low-frequency electromagnetic resonance (LF-EMR) can influence how immune cells communicate and synchronize with each other. The goal is to see if this "quantum-synaptic" signaling effect can help stabilize immune activity and reduce the number of autoimmune flare-ups in people living with conditions such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, or multiple sclerosis. Participants will receive either an active or a sham (placebo) LF-EMR session three times per week for twelve weeks. Each session is completely non-invasive. Blood samples will be collected to study cytokines (immune-system messenger molecules), gene-expression patterns, and electrical field coherence among immune cells. A machine-learning system will analyze these data to predict inflammation patterns and guide individualized treatment settings. All participant data will be securely recorded and time-stamped to ensure transparency and privacy. The expected outcome of the study is a measurable reduction in autoimmune flare frequency and symptom severity, along with improved understanding of how electromagnetic signaling might safely regulate immune function.

Phase 1 & 2
Waitlist Available

Truway Health, Inc. www.truwayhealth.com (401 E 34th Street, S11P, New York, NY 10016)

Gavin Solomon, President & CEO

Truway Health, Inc.

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