Who Should Not Take Plaquenil?
- Are allergic to Plaquenil, hydroxychloroquine sulfate, or any of the inactive components used to make the medication. Your healthcare provider or pharmacist has a list of the inactive ingredients.
- Are allergic to any similar anti-malarial medications.
- Have ever had eye problems due to Plaquenil or any similar anti-malarial medications.
Also, children should not take Plaquenil for long-term use, although short-term use for
malaria prevention and treatment is okay.
Final Thoughts on Plaquenil Warnings and Precautions
There are a number of situations in which Plaquenil should not be taken, along with several precautions and warnings people should be aware of before starting the medication. However, it is possible that not all of the warnings or precautions with Plaquenil were discussed in this article. Therefore, you should talk with your healthcare provider about the specific warnings and precautions that may apply to you.
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