hydroxychloroquine in malaria prophylaxis
Last edited 02/2023 and last reviewed 02/2023
Hydroxychloroquine as chemoprophylaxis for malaria
- hydroxychloroquine is usually used for the treatment of rheumatic diseases,
in doses greater than those needed for malaria prevention
- individuals already taking hydroxychloroquine AND for whom chloroquine would be an appropriate malaria chemoprophylactic agent, can remain on hydroxychloroquine and do not need to transfer to chloroquine. If doubt exists, seek expert advice
Reference:
- Public Health England. Guidelines for malaria prevention in travellers from the UK 2022