Who can take hydroxychloroquine
Most adults and children can take hydroxychloroquine.
Who may not be able to take hydroxychloroquine
Hydroxychloroquine is not suitable for some people. To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor before taking it if you:
- have ever had an allergic reaction to hydroxychloroquine or any similar medicines, such as quinolones or quinine
- have an eye problem that affects your retina or the inside of your eye (maculopathy) or any other eye problem
- are pregnant, trying to get pregnant or breastfeeding
- have liver, kidney, heart or blood problems
- have psoriasis
- have a genetic condition called glucose-6-dehydrogenase deficiency
- have a rare inherited condition called porphyria