Title of article :
Chloroquine has not disappeared
Author/Authors :
Cooper, Ross G. UCE Birmingham - Faculty of Health - Division of Physiology, UK , Magwere, Tapiwanashe University of Leeds - St James’ University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine and Health - Cancer Research Building, UK
Abstract :
Chloroquine (CHQ), an antimalarial, is also used as an anti-inflammatory drug for systemic lupus erythematosus and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) reduces the frequency of organ involvement and disease flares, and relieves skin and joint symptoms. CHQ reduces the immunologically-mediated inflammation of the joints. HCQ and combination therapies have a significant benefit on synovitis, pain and physical disability on RA.We advocate the investment of resistance Plasmodium prevalence determinations in countries beset by malaria, and to match thereafter the quantity of persons administered CHQ. Follow-up investigations are essential to diagnose and prevent visual damage. Running title: Chloroquine still in use
Keywords :
Antimalarial , Chloroquine , Rheumatoid arthritis , Systemic lupus erythematosus
Journal title :
African Health Sciences
Journal title :
African Health Sciences