Tag: HCQ/CQ

Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) and its predecessor, chloroquine (CQ) are antimalarial drugs with well-established benefits for treating rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and other connective tissue and skin disorders. Extensive research has shown long-term usage of either drug to be associated with retinal toxicity. Early detection of HCQ/CQ retinopathy is imperative to minimize the risk of any associated vision…