Question 1

Is Cartiquin 200mg Tablet effective against novel coronavirus infection?

Accepted Answer

Cartiquin 200mg Tablet is currently under study in various clinical trials (research studies in human beings) for the prevention of novel coronavirus infection and treatment of patients with COVID-19 (the illness caused by the novel coronavirus). This medicine has shown some activity against the novel coronavirus in laboratory studies (in vitro studies). However, further evidence is required to conclude that Cartiquin 200mg Tablet is effective against the novel coronavirus.

Question 2

Can Cartiquin 200mg Tablet be used for the prophylaxis of the novel coronavirus infection?

Accepted Answer

The national task force for COVID-19 (constituted by ICMR) has recommended the use of Cartiquin 200mg Tablet for the prevention of novel coronavirus infection ONLY in certain high-risk populations (i.e., people at high risk of exposure to the virus) or emergencies. It can be used for prophylaxis in case of asymptomatic healthcare workers involved in the care of suspected or confirmed cases of COVID-19 and asymptomatic household contacts of laboratory-confirmed cases.

Question 3

Do we need to maintain a stock of Cartiquin 200mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

No, we do not have to maintain a stock of Cartiquin 200mg Tablet. If you suspect that you have contracted the novel coronavirus infection, consult a doctor immediately and strictly follow their advice. Do not self-administer Cartiquin 200mg Tablet. Keep in mind that this medicine needs to be taken only if prescribed by a registered medical practitioner.

Question 4

What is the recommended dose for preventing coronavirus?

Accepted Answer

Cartiquin 200mg Tablet is only recommended for preventing coronavirus infection in certain high-risk groups or emergencies. It should strictly be taken as per the dose, frequency, and duration prescribed by your doctor.

Question 5

How to take the Cartiquin 200mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Cartiquin 200mg Tablet should be taken with food or a glass of milk to prevent an upset stomach and nausea. Take it as directed by the doctor, following the prescribed dose and duration, and complete the entire course. It should be used regularly as advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it without talking to your doctor first. If you have also taken antacids, then take Cartiquin 200mg Tablet at least 4hours before or after these products.

Question 6

What to do if someone becomes symptomatic or shows symptoms of novel coronavirus while taking Cartiquin 200mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Any person who has been prescribed Cartiquin 200mg Tablet and develops symptoms of novel coronavirus infection (such as high fever, dry cough, tiredness, difficulty in breathing) while taking Cartiquin 200mg Tablet should immediately consult their doctor. Your doctor will advise if you need to get tested for the novel coronavirus and if you need to be isolated. Follow all the instructions from your doctor.

Question 7

How long does it take for Cartiquin 200mg Tablet to start working?

Accepted Answer

HCQS takes some time to show its effects. It may even take a few weeks or months before you see an improvement in your symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis or other autoimmune diseases. However, it is important that you be patient and keep taking this medication regularly. Your doctor may prescribe some additional medications in the interim for temporary relief from the symptoms.

Question 8

Does Cartiquin 200mg Tablet have any effect on vision?

Accepted Answer

Yes, though uncommon, HCQS can affect vision, especially if taken at higher doses or for a period of time (> 5 years). The symptoms include reading or seeing difficulties (words, letters, or parts of objects missing), sensitivity to light, blurred distant vision, and seeing light flashes or streaks. If you notice any of these symptoms, consult your doctor immediately. Your doctor may carry out various eye tests and then decide if Cartiquin 200mg Tablet needs to be discontinued. You may also be advised to get certain eye tests done periodically if you have been prescribed HCQS.

Question 9

Do I need to get any tests done during Cartiquin 200mg Tablet treatment?

Accepted Answer

An eye test is required before your treatment with HCQS starts and should be repeated every 12 months. Also, your doctor may advise you to get your blood counts (CBC) and liver function test (LFT) checked regularly. Your doctor may discontinue HCQS if any abnormality is detected.

Question 10

Do I need to be careful with Cartiquin 200mg Tablet if I am a diabetic?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you need to be careful while using HCQS if you have diabetes. HCQS can lower your blood glucose levels to dangerous levels, so much so that you may even lose consciousness(severe hypoglycemia). Keep a regular check on your blood glucose levels, and if it starts to fall, contact your doctor immediately. Your doctor may alter the doses of your anti-diabetic medications as per your blood glucose levels.

Question 11

I have been on antacids for a long time, which is necessary for me. Can I still take Cartiquin 200mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can take HCQS, provided you keep a gap of at least 4 hours between HCQS and antacid. If this gap is not maintained, then the antacid may interfere with the absorption or working of HCQS. As a result, you may not experience the full benefits of HCQS.

Question 12

What is Cartiquin Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Cartiquin Tablet contains hydroxychloroquine as its active ingredient. It is used to treat systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), an immune system disorder in which the immune system attacks its body tissues. It is also used to treat rheumatoid arthritis.

Question 13

Is Cartiquin Tablet habit-forming?

Accepted Answer

No, Cartiquin Tablet has not shown any habit-forming tendencies.

Question 14

What is the use of Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus, acute or chronic rheumatoid arthritis, dyslipidaemia (abnormally elevated cholesterol levels), systemic and discoid lupus erythematosus (autoimmune disease), polymorphous light eruption (a rash caused by sun exposure), and malaria.

Question 15

How does Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet work?

Accepted Answer

Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet contains Hydroxychloroquine, an anti-inflammatory drug that reduces inflammation in people with autoimmune disorders. Hydroxychloroquine improves insulin sensitivity in diabetes and has a hypoglycaemic effect. It is a disease-modifying anti-rheumatic agent that inhibits the production of rheumatoid factor in rheumatoid arthritis. It also decreases the elevated cholesterol levels in the body and reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Hydroxychloroquine is also an anti-malarial drug that treats malaria by increasing the concentration of a toxic compound in the parasite that leads to its death.

Question 16

In which conditions should I stay cautious while using Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

Inform your doctor in advance if you have any liver or kidney problems, heart diseases, diabetes, G-6-PD (glucose-6 phosphate dehydrogenase) deficiency (a genetic enzyme deficiency), high blood pressure, serious stomach or gut problems, nervous system problems, psoriasis, porphyria (a blood disorder), history of heart attack (myocardial infarction), electrolyte imbalance, fits, and allergic reactions to medicines.

Question 17

I had vision-related problems. Can I take Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet may cause drug-induced retinopathy (a disease related to the retina) when taken more than recommended. You may not be advised Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet by your doctor if you have vision changes or damage to your retina. If the doctor has prescribed you this medicine knowing your medical history, you may be further advised to take ophthalmological examinations, including visual acuity, ophthalmoscopy, fundoscopy, and visual field tests. If there are any changes in these examinations, you may be asked to discontinue the treatment.

Question 18

I have been diagnosed with anxiety/depression. Can I take Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

Hydroxychloroquine may sometimes affect mental health and cause problems like irrational thoughts, anxiety, hallucinations, feeling confused or feeling depressed, including thoughts of self-harm or suicide. Hence, you should speak to your doctor before using Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet .

Question 19

What are the side effects of Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

The side effects of Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet include headache, blurred vision, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Question 20

Is Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet effective against novel coronavirus infection?

Accepted Answer

Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet is currently under study in several clinical trials (research studies in human beings) to treat patients with COVID-19 (the illness caused by the novel coronavirus) and to prevent the spread of new coronavirus infection. Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet has shown some activity against the novel coronavirus in laboratory studies (in vitro studies). However, to determine whether Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet is effective against the novel coronavirus, further evidence is needed.

Question 21

Can Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet be used for the prophylaxis of the novel coronavirus infection?

Accepted Answer

The use of Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet for prevention of novel coronavirus infection has been recommended by the national task force for COVID-19 (constituted by ICMR). It is only for use in certain high-risk populations (ie people at high risk of exposure to the virus) or emergency situations. It can be used for prophylaxis in case of asymptomatic healthcare workers involved in the care of confirmed or suspected cases of COVID-19 and asymptomatic household contacts of laboratory-confirmed cases.

Question 22

Do we need to maintain a stock of Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

No, we do not need to maintain a stock of Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet . If you think you may have the new coronavirus infection, consult a doctor immediately and follow their advice strictly. Do not self-administer Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet . Remember that it should be taken only if prescribed by a doctor.

Question 23

What is the recommended dose for preventing coronavirus?

Accepted Answer

Your doctor will prescribe the dose and duration of Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet . Follow your doctor’s instructions strictly.

Question 24

How to take the Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet should be taken as advised by the doctor. Take it with a meal or glass of milk to prevent nausea and stomach upset. Swallow it as whole. Do not crush, break or chew it.

Question 25

What to do if someone becomes symptomatic or shows symptoms of novel coronavirus while taking Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

If someone becomes symptomatic or shows symptoms of novel coronavirus such as dry cough, high fever, difficulty in breathing or tiredness while taking Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet , they should consult their doctor immediately. The doctor will recommend if they require isolation or if they need to get tested for the novel coronavirus. They need to follow all the instructions given by the doctor.

Question 26

How long does it take for Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet to start working?

Accepted Answer

Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet may take a few weeks or months to show improvement in your symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis or other autoimmune diseases. However, it is important that you be patient and keep taking it regularly. In the meanwhile, your doctor may prescribe some additional medications to provide temporary relief from the symptoms.

Question 27

Do I need to get any tests done during Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet treatment?

Accepted Answer

Before starting treatment with Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet , you must get an eye test and it should be repeated every12 months. Additionally, your doctor may recommend routine checks for your blood counts (CBC) and liver function test (LFT). If any abnormality is detected, your doctor may discontinue Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet .

Question 28

Is Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet an opioid, a painkiller, a steroid, or an anti-inflammatory medicine? How does it work?

Accepted Answer

Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet contains Hydroxychloroquine, an anti-malarial drug with anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties. It is neither an opioid, nor a painkiller nor a steroid. Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet increases the concentration of a toxic compound in the parasite that leads to its death. It reduces inflammation in people with autoimmune disorders. It is a disease-modifying anti-rheumatic agent that inhibits the production of rheumatoid factor in rheumatoid arthritis.

Question 29

Can I take ibuprofen while taking Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you may take ibuprofen with Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet as there are no interactions found between them. However, always please consult your doctor before taking other medicines with Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet .

Question 30

What can I expect if I stop taking Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

If you stop taking Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet without doctor’s consultation, your illness may worsen. Therefore, even if you start feeling better, do not stop taking Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet without first consulting your doctor.

Question 31

Do I need to be careful with Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet if I am a diabetic?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you need to be careful while using Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet if you are diabetic as it may lower your blood glucose levels to dangerous levels so much resulting in loss of consciousness (severe hypoglycemia). Make sure to monitor your blood glucose levels regularly and if it begins to drop, contact your doctor immediately. Your doctor may change the doses of your anti-diabetic medications as per your blood glucose levels.

Question 32

I am on antacids since a long time, which is necessary for me. Can I still take Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you may take Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet but maintain a gap of minimum 4 hours between Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet and antacid. If this gap is not maintained, then the antacid may interfere with the working or absorption of Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet . Thereby, you may not experience the full benefits of Cartiquin 200 mg Tablet .

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