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I have quinine about 15 years old. Does quinine get too old? ## Hello, Dymple! How are you? Yes, all medications tend to lose efficacy with time. The elements, such as heat, light and moisture cause them to degrade. Thus, I have to say that after 15 years, yes, you should just dispose of it and obtain a new supply, if you need it. The FDA lists the typical side effects of Quinine as possibly including nausea, diarrhea, dizziness and stomach pain. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I need to know how many leg cramp pills I should take at one time, and how often. The label came off of my bottle. It is a white oval pill with LC on one side and HYL on the other. Thanks ! ## Hi Mimi, From what I've been able to gather, "HYL LC" is a Homeopathic med made by Hyland's Inc, (Leg Cramps with Quinine) containing: Cinchona Officinalis (Quinine), Viscum Album, Gnaphalium Polycephalum, Rhus Toxicodendron, Aconitum Napellus, Ledum Palustre, Magnesia Phosphoricum I have not been able to locate any specific details on the dosage or administration though. Is there anyway you can contact the company that you ordered it from, to verify the labeling? ## Label says 1-2 with water every 4 hours as needed.

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I have been on Plaquenil 200mg 2x daily almost 3 months. I have RA and have gained weight, feel swollen all over and look like I have aged over night. Has anyone else had some of these side effects. I also crave carbs all the time. Dr told me to be on it for at least 6 months before I may notice any relief. thanks for any help you can give me ## Hello, Debbie! How are you? I'm sorry about the problems that you're having. The weight gain is unusual, because this medication is listed by the FDA as usually causing the opposite, it's even been known to cause anorexia, in some people that take it. The looking as if you've aged can occur, because it can cause various side effects that may make it seem like that, such as a bleached out or higher hair color, muscular effects, ha...

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White round pill that's says m on one side and 374 on other side ## Hi Ace, From your description, the closest match I'm finding is a white round pill marked with an "M" on one side and "373" on the other. This is identified as a 200mg Hydroxychloroquine sulfate tablet, commonly prescribed for arthritis. For verification, its size is reported to be approximately 10 millimeters; and the pill also carries a National Drug Code of 00378-0373 through Mylan Pharma. Any thoughts on whether this might be your pill?

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I was diagnosed with SLE and RA finally. I was given Plaquenil for the lupus symptoms and cymbalta for depression and pain. Are these good medications for SLE and RA ## Yes. I have SLE and have been prescribed Plaquenil 200mg, twice daily for the past 10 years. However my SLE began to attack my Kidneys and Lungs; therefore, I was placed on Steriods (started at 40 mg down to 7.5 mg daily) and Cellcept 2 grams daily (medication used to treat cancer) to suppress my immune system. I also take Cymbalta for depression. ## ## I also take Plaquenil twice daily for Rheumatoid Arthritis. This is an antimalarial drug that also has been found to help with RA symptoms by suppressing the immune system's response. I have my eyes checked about twice a year to ensure that this medicine has not affec...

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54 but they are broke in half. Its not smooth on the other side there is a line right threw the middle of the opposite side. What is this, please help ## Hi Dan, From your description the closest match I'm seeing online is a white round pill marked with 54 111 on one side and scored on the other. It contains 250mgs of Mefloquine; which is used to prevent and treat malaria. Had there been no score line I would've thought this to be a generic Subutex tablet, since it shares the same imprint 54 411. But if you could double check the "4" to make sure it's not a "1" that would confirm whether or not Mefloquine is a prime suspect. One thing is for sure though, and that is that the manufacturer of both of these pills starting with 54 and followed by three digits is ...

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I have some pills that have been in my pill box a couple months, and I cannot remember what they are for. They are a smaller white oblong pill that on one side has the imprint of LC, and on the other side has the imprint of HYL. Thank you. ## Hello, Traci! How are you? This is an over the counter homeopathic product called Hyland's Leg Cramps with Quinine. Hyland's makes several homeopathic products that you can get in most vitamin shops or health stores. As it states, they claim it can relieve leg cramps. As a precaution, if you do experience leg cramps regularly, be sure to have yourself check for low potassium levels and/or dehydration, since both can cause such a symptom. Is there anything else I can help with?

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does it hurt to be in hot sun while taking this pill ## the hot sun makes my arms red and itchy like on fire ## Hydroxychlor, also called Hydroxychloroquine, does have strong photosensitive effects when you are in the sun. Because "sensitivity to light" is reported to be a severe side effect of this medication, it is strongly advised that you contact your doctor immediately. Other severe side effects can include the following: reading or seeing difficulties (words, letters, or parts of objects missing) sensitivity to light blurred distance vision seeing light flashes or streaks difficulty hearing ringing in ears muscle weakness bleeding or bruising of the skin bleaching or loss of hair mood or mental changes irregular heartbeat drowsiness convulsions For more information about t...

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I Have a bottle of Hydroxychor 200mg tabs with an expiration date of 10/13. Are these pills still effective enough to take or do I need to get a new prescription? ## Since they do start to lose effectiveness over time, it would be best to just dispose of them and get a new prescription. You can even have your pharmacy dispose of them for you, or use the FDA disposal instructions that say you should mix them in with some undesirable substance, such as used kitty litter or coffee grounds, then place them in a sealed container in the garbage. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I AM HAVING A LUPUS FLARE. I AM SO FATIGUED I CAN'T DO ANYTHING, THE NAUSEA IS SO BAD, I CAN'T EAT. I'M DOWN TO 90 LBS (FOR MY HEIGHT, I SHOULD WEIGH 120 LBS). MY DR. PUT ME ON PLAQUENIL, EVEN THOUGH I WAS ADAMANT THAT I WANTED TO TAKE ATABRINE BECAUSE IT WORKED SO WELL FOR ME THE LAST TIME I HAD A FLARE. HE AT FIRST SAID THAT HE HAD NEVER EVEN HEARD OF IT BEFORE. I WAS STUNNED. I WAS EVEN MORE STUNNED WHEN MY DOCTOR, (YES, IN CASE YOU ARE WONDERING, HE IS A RHEUMATOLOGIST) NEVER EVEN TRIED TO GET IT FOR ME. HE SAID ITS NOT AVAILABLE. I KNOW THAT THAT IS NOT TRUE, I JUST DON'T KNOW HOW TO GET IT. ANYWAY, THE PLAQUENIL IS NOT WORKING, AND I AM GETTING WORSE. I CALLED LAST WEEK AND TALKED TO HIS NURSE, AND TOLD HER ABOUT WHAT WAS GOING ON. SHE CALLED ME BACK AND SAID THAT ...

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Artesunate 120mg injection manufactured by IPCA under brand name of Falcigo ## Artesunate is part of the artemisinin group of drugs that treat malaria. It is a semi-synthetic derivative of artemisinin that is water-soluble and may therefore be given by injection. More details about this drug can be found in the link below: Did you have any specific questions or concerns about Artesunate? Please post back if you do.. ## what are the possible combination drugs for artesunate in the treatment of vivax ring of malaria? ## A young woman has had lung cancer which has now recurred & she has been given one year to live. She was told about Artesunate as treatment for cancer & is desperate to try it. She lives in the UK where it is not available. It seems to be available only in India.

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Please is there any interaction between artesunate and warfarin ## Hello, Ugo! How are you? I didn't find any problems or interactions listed, but you should double check this information with your doctor or pharmacist to be certain. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Has anyone taking malanil ever had severe itching especially on you palms? ## Hello, Judy! How are you doing? Sorry about the itching. Malanil/Malarone is actually often the preferred choice for malaria treatment or prophylaxis, because it's well tolerated and doesn't commonly cause problematic side effects and even among the ones that have been known to occur, itching isn't typically one of them. Learn more Malanil details here. Have you consulted your doctor about the problem?

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is it used for treating malaria? ## No, it is not an antimalarial medication. Zerodol-P contains the active ingredients Aceclofenac and Paracetamol, it is used to treat pain, fever and swelling. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache and increased risk of bleeding. Learn more Paracetamol details here and there are more Aceclofenac details here. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I CAN'T FIND A PHARMACY TO FILL A RX FOR ATABRINE. IS IT NOT AVAILABLE ANYMORE? IT WAS SO EFFECTIVE BEFORE WHEN I HAD A LUPUS FLARE. ## Atabrine contains the active ingredient Quinacrine and has several different medical uses, including systemic Lupus. Where are you located? Is this a recent prescription? As far as I can tell, it is listed as still being available in the U.S. There's more informaton on it here: If it's not commonly used, some pharmacies may not carry it routinely and may have to order it in. Have they said it was discontinued or that they just don't carry it? ## You can get atabrine (quinacrine) at a compounding Pharmacy. I get it from Panorama Compounding Pharmacy in Lake Balboa, CA ## Yes, all I can find is Panorama Pharmacy and that's where I'...

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artem tablets used to treat mad people ## HI, Emron! Artem tablets actually contain Artemether and Lumefantrine and it's actually used to treat a type of malaria. Learn more Artemether details here. Side effects may include nausea, diarrhea, headache and anorexia. Is there anything else I can help with?

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White round pill M on one side and 373 on the other side. What type of pill are they? ## The pill in description is identified as Hydroxychloroquine sulfate (200 mg). Manufacturer: Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc. National Drug Code (NDC): 00378-0373 Hydroxychloroquine is classified as an anti-malarial medication and is one of a number of drugs that have been used for many years in the treatment of malaria. It is also useful in treating systemic lupus erythematosus as well as rheumatoid arthritis and Sjgren's Syndrome (all rheumatic disorders). You can learn more about this drug on the page for Hydroxychloroquine Details I hope this helps!

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Someone please help to identify a white capsule with writing Watson 716 325 mg ## This capsule contains 325mgs of Quinine, which is most commonly used as an antimalarial medication. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, constipation and erectile dysfunction. And while this medication is greatly rumored to cause miscarriage in pregnant women, that is not true. Pregnant women that take high doses of it to attempt such are more likely to suffer renal failure and not a miscarriage, so please be careful and don't believe the myths. Are there any questions or concerns?

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oblong white pill with hcos on one side and blank on the other ## I have been taking hydroxychloroquine 200 mg round tablets for years. They now changed to an oblong pill with HCOS. I have celiac disease and this pill is bothering my stomach. Is it gluten free ## THIS SITE DO NOT TELL WHAT HYDROXYCHLOR 200 MG TAB RAN IS FOR I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS FOR ## The marking is actually HCQS and it is a 200mg Hydroxychloroquine tablet, it's an antimalarial medication. Learn more Hydroxychloroquine details here. And yes, the site does list what it's for, you can follow the link I provide or in the upper right hand corner of each page is an alphabetical letter list, just click on the first letter of the drug name you want information on, find the appropriate alphabetic c...

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Is Hydroxychloroquine 200 mg a blood thinner? ## Hydroxychloroquine is used to reduce inflammation in the treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis (see Disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs) and lupus. To learn more click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do. ## I Hydroxychlor the reason I have dark spots on my forearms? ## I have been on Hydroxychlor for a year now and I have dark spots on my forearms. I am suppose to have lupus> ## what is differ. between hydroxychlor and hydr0xychloroquine? ## There are the same, Hydroxychloroquine is an antimalarial drug, sold under the trade name Plaquenil, also used to reduce inflammation in the treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis (see Disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs) and lupus. To ...

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