Author: Olsen, Nancy J; Karp, David R
Title: Hydroxychloroquine: An Old Drug With New Tricks. Cord-id: jpd9a4lp Document date: 2021_3_15
ID: jpd9a4lp
Snippet: Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) is widely used in the treatment of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). The drug's origins lie in the preparation of the cinchona bark, which was used for centuries to treat febrile maladies. HCQ is still classified as an antimalarial, though it is rarely used for that purpose1 In the present era, with many new therapeutics showing promise for improving outcomes in SLE, HCQ nevertheless has retained its central role in treatment, and is recommended for all patients with S
Document: Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) is widely used in the treatment of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). The drug's origins lie in the preparation of the cinchona bark, which was used for centuries to treat febrile maladies. HCQ is still classified as an antimalarial, though it is rarely used for that purpose1 In the present era, with many new therapeutics showing promise for improving outcomes in SLE, HCQ nevertheless has retained its central role in treatment, and is recommended for all patients with SLE whenever there are no contraindications to its use.
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