Leaflet PLAQUENIL 200mg film-coated tablets


Indicated for: autoimmune diseases; malaria

Route of administration: oral

Substance: hydroxychloroquine (antimalarial)

ATC: P01BA02 (Antiparasitic products, insecticides and repellents | Antimalarials | Aminoquinolines)

Precautions:
Vision disturbances
Vision disturbances

This medicine may cause vision disturbances.

Hydroxychloroquine is a medication used to treat malaria, as well as autoimmune diseases such as systemic lupus erythematosus and rheumatoid arthritis. It works by modulating the immune response and inhibiting the growth of malaria parasites.

The medication is taken orally, as directed by a doctor.

Side effects may include nausea, headache, visual disturbances, or skin rashes. In rare cases, severe adverse effects such as retinal damage or cardiac toxicity may occur.

Patients should undergo regular ophthalmologic check-ups during treatment and inform their doctor about any other medications they are taking. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult a specialist before use.

PLAQUENIL 200mg film-coated tablets AVENTIS, hydroxychloroquine

General data about PLAQUENIL 200mg

  • Substance: hydroxychloroquine
  • Date of last drug list: 01-06-2026
  • Commercial code: W54357001
  • Concentration: 200mg
  • Pharmaceutical form: film-coated tablets
  • Quantity: 60
  • Product type: original
  • Price: 39.84 RON
  • Prescription restrictions: P-6L - Medicines prescription that isn't retained in the pharmacy (can be renewed); the prescription can be used for 6 months from the moment of release.

Marketing authorisation

  • Manufacturer: SANOFI-AVENTIS ZRT. - UNGARIA
  • Holder: SANOFI ROMANIA S.R.L. - ROMANIA
  • Number: 9504/2016/01
  • Shelf life: 3 years

Compensation lists for PLAQUENIL 200mg Aventis

B - Sublist B with 50% discount from the reference price

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19.92 RON

19.92 RON

G17 (C1) - Major collagenosis (systemic lupus erythematosus, scleroderma)

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39.84 RON

39.84 RON

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G18 (C1) - Rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthropathy, severe chronic psoriasis and juvenile arthritis

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39.84 RON

39.84 RON

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GX (C1) - GENERIC (used in compensation list, C1, for another diagnosis)

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39.84 RON

39.84 RON

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