Can I take Hydroxycarbamide and Hydroxychloroquine together?

Por que isso acontece

These drugs have 'additive' effects on the bone marrow. Hydroxycarbamide is designed to slow down the production of blood cells, and hydroxychloroquine can sometimes cause this as a side effect. When used together, the impact on your immune system and blood count is much stronger.

You must speak to your doctor before taking these two medicines together. If your doctor decides you need both, you will require very frequent blood tests to monitor your full blood count. Seek immediate medical help if you develop a fever, sore throat, unusual bruising, or extreme tiredness.

Pregnancy and Contraception

Hydroxycarbamide can cause serious birth defects. Both men and women must use effective contraception during treatment and for several months after stopping (3 months for women, 6 months for men).

Vision Changes

Hydroxychloroquine can cause permanent damage to the retina. You must have regular eye tests and report any blurred vision or changes in your sight immediately.

Infection and Bleeding

Hydroxycarbamide can severely lower your white blood cell count. You must seek urgent medical attention if you develop signs of infection (fever, sore throat) or unexplained bruising/bleeding.

Sun Exposure

Hydroxycarbamide significantly increases your risk of developing skin cancer. You must protect your skin from sunlight by using high-factor sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) and wearing protective clothing.

Handling and Hygiene

Hydroxycarbamide is a cytotoxic medicine. You must wear gloves when handling the capsules or cleaning up any body fluids (like urine or vomit) to prevent others from being exposed to the drug. Wash your hands thoroughly after handling.

Distúrbios do ritmo cardíaco

Ahidroxicloroquina pode afetar o ritmo do seu coração, especialmente se tomada com outros medicamentos que afetam o coração. Procure ajuda médica imediata se você sentir palpitações, desmaios ou tontura intensa.

Álcool

It is best to avoid or strictly limit alcohol while taking these medicines. Combining alcohol with hydroxycarbamide can increase the risk of liver damage and worsen side effects like dizziness or drowsiness. Hydroxychloroquine can also affect the liver, and alcohol may increase this risk.

Taking multiple medicines? Our Verificador de Interações de Medicamentos helps you check whether your prescriptions, over-the-counter medicines, and supplements are safe to take together. Simply search for your medicines to see potential interactions and what to do about them.

Aviso Legal

Esta informação é apenas para fins educacionais gerais e não deve ser considerada como um substituto para aconselhamento médico profissional. Sempre consulte seu médico, farmacêutico ou outro profissional de saúde qualificado antes de tomar decisões sobre seus medicamentos. As circunstâncias individuais podem variar, e somente um profissional de saúde que conheça seu histórico médico pode fornecer orientações personalizadas.