{"id":4527,"date":"2020-05-31T06:17:27","date_gmt":"2020-05-31T06:17:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gandhimedicos.in\/?p=4527"},"modified":"2020-05-31T06:17:27","modified_gmt":"2020-05-31T06:17:27","slug":"hydroxychloroquine-and-covid-19","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/api.gandhimedicos.in\/?p=4527","title":{"rendered":"Hydroxychloroquine and Covid-19?"},"content":{"rendered":"

\u25cf\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0What is hydroxychloroquine?<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

This medicine is used to treat malaria caused by infected female mosquito bites. It is sold under the brand name Plaquenil. It is also used in the treatment of lupus and rheumatoid arthritis. It is generally consumed by mouth for treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u25cf\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0What role does it play in preventing Covid-19?<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) is considered as the most effective drug in preventing Covid-19. Malaria patients in India primarily consume it.<\/span><\/p>\n

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It boosts the immune system of the human body and helps it to prevent from contracting the coronavirus. This drug can be used by medical staff, doctors, and other front line workers who are being exposed to the infected person under their treatment. It is advised to consume one dose per week for at least three weeks to be used as a preventive measure.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Many reports and studies have been initiated by several labs to ensure the safety of humans by the consumption of this drug, and some have noted its side effects. In China, preliminary reports have shown that hydroxychloroquine shortens the duration of cough, cold, and fever. It also promotes the recovery time and absorbs pneumonia while it shows a significant improvement in the patient\u2019s body, followed by mild sickness.<\/span><\/p>\n