Hydroxychloroquine can be Used in Emergency Situations

Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) has been recommended by the National Task force for COVID-19 constituted by Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) as a preventive treatment for people who are at a high risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection.

ICMR Recommends Hydroxychloroquine Use in Emergency Situations

Guidelines for the use of Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) have been revised by the ICMR advisory. An in-vitro testing of HCQ for antiviral efficacy showed reduction of infection in SARS-CoV2 patients. Read More

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