Hikem Tablet Substitute

Substitutes of Hikem Tablet meet the same safety and efficacy standards as Hikem Tablet , but small differences in absorption or formulation can exist. A doctor can help you choose the right one for your needs.

Yes. Substitutes of Hikem Tablet may vary in color, size, or shape due to differences in manufacturing and branding, but this does not affect how they work.

Yes, it’s generally safe to switch between multiple substitutes of Hikem Tablet if they have the same salt and strength. However, always inform your doctor so they can monitor how your body responds.

Yes, many people safely use substitutes of Hikem Tablet for long-term treatment. Just ensure it’s done under medical supervision.

If your symptoms stay under control or lab results remain stable, the substitute for Hikem Tablet is likely working well. Regular follow-ups with your doctor are important.

Absolutely. Even with the same salt, small differences can affect how your body responds when switching from Hikem Tablet to its substitute. Always consult your doctor before switching.

Hikem 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.

Hikem 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.

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.

Hikem Tablet may cause drug-induced retinopathy (a disease related to the retina) when taken more than recommended. You may not be advised Hikem 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.

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 Hikem Tablet .

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

Hikem 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. Hikem Tablet has shown some activity against the novel coronavirus in laboratory studies (in vitro studies). However, to determine whether Hikem Tablet is effective against the novel coronavirus, further evidence is needed.

The use of Hikem 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.

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

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

Hikem 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.

If someone becomes symptomatic or shows symptoms of novel coronavirus such as dry cough, high fever, difficulty in breathing or tiredness while taking Hikem 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.

Hikem 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.

Before starting treatment with Hikem 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 Hikem Tablet .

Hikem Tablet contains Hydroxychloroquine, an anti-malarial drug with anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties. It is neither an opioid, nor a painkiller nor a steroid. Hikem 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.

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

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

Yes, you need to be careful while using Hikem 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.

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