Plaquenil
Hydroxychloroquine 200mg and 400mg film-coated tablets, used in the management of rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus. A DMARD.
- Categories
- Antiparasitics · Autoimmune Support
- Active ingredient
- Hydroxychloroquine
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Film-coated tablet
- Strengths
- 200 · 400mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Plaquenil on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Rheumatoid Arthritis · Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- Therapeutic class
- Disease-Modifying Antirheumatic Drug (DMARD)
- Pharmacological class
- 4-Aminoquinoline
- Contraindications
- retinal damage; hypersensitivity to 4-aminoquinoline derivatives
- Precautions and warnings
- regular eye exams required for long-term use; may affect blood glucose
- Minor side effects
- nausea; abdominal discomfort
- Moderate side effects
- skin rash; headache
- Dosage forms
- Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Sanofi
- Onset time
- 4–12 weeks
- Duration
- long term
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C in a dry place.
- Drug interactions
- digoxin; ciclosporin
- Age restrictions
- Adults.
Serious side effects
retinopathy, requires immediate medical attention; cardiomyopathy, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Hydroxychloroquine 200mg and 400mg film-coated tablets, used in the management of rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus. A DMARD.
Mechanism of action
Hydroxychloroquine acts as an immunomodulator. It reduces the body's inflammatory response by interfering with antigen processing and lysosomal activity within cells, which helps lower the severity of autoimmune flare-ups and provides a protective effect in chronic disease management.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Benefits should outweigh risks, discuss with specialist. Breastfeeding: Pass into milk, use with caution.
Plaquenil is a globally recognised brand of hydroxychloroquine, used for the management of rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus. The product is supplied as a tablet in 200mg and 400mg strengths. Patients and clinicians rely on this formulation for its consistent role in the long-term management of these inflammatory conditions.
Buying Plaquenil online
Generic hydroxychloroquine, much of it made in India, is far more affordable than the original brand, providing an accessible option for expats and residents living far from major urban centres. This medication is best used under a doctor’s regular care and supervision.
Will I receive the original Plaquenil?
No. Plaquenil is the originator brand name, made by Sanofi, and Yasabai uses it to identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient (hydroxychloroquine) at the same dose, mostly a recognised Indian branded generic. The exact brand depends on stock.
How is Plaquenil priced?
The price varies with strength and pack size. Plaquenil comes in 200 and 400mg strengths, in packs of 10 to 360 tablets, and the price per tablet for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tablet. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
What does Plaquenil treat?
Plaquenil contains hydroxychloroquine, used for rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus. Hydroxychloroquine acts as an immunomodulator.
How quickly does Plaquenil work?
Hydroxychloroquine usually starts to work within 4 to 12 weeks. It varies from person to person.
What are the side effects of Plaquenil?
The common side effects of hydroxychloroquine are nausea and abdominal discomfort. Less common ones include skin rash and headache. Serious but less common side effects include retinopathy and cardiomyopathy, which need urgent medical attention.
What does Plaquenil interact with?
Hydroxychloroquine can interact with digoxin and ciclosporin. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start Plaquenil.
Do I need a prescription to buy Plaquenil in Thailand?
No, not online: Yasabai does not ask for a prescription to order Plaquenil. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I order Plaquenil online for delivery in Thailand?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Thailand and across Asia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Plaquenil is the originator brand name, made by Sanofi. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Sanofi and do not ship the original Plaquenil.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Hydroxychloroquine) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.