Monday, October 20, 2014

So what about the hydroxychloroquine?

In posh medical terms I'm on a combined therapy of hydroxychloroquine and methotrexate and so far I've assumed the second is the bad guy, despite the tiny, tiny pills.  Hydroxychloroquine on the other hand is a two-tablet daily bind. The tablets are bigger and leave an incredibly bitter aftertaste.  Maybe time to look into its side effects?

The drug is a widely used anti-malarial and you're recommended not to take it for too long because it can damage the retina.  Good idea to get a baseline check with the optician!

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