A chemist displays hydroxychloroquine tablets in New Delhi, India. (AP Photo: Manish Swarup, File) A chemist displays hydroxychloroquine tablets in New Delhi, India. Hydroxychloroquine is an oral prescription drug that is used for the treatment of some forms of malaria, as well as autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. It released data of 43 patients who were given the drug and reported “heart incidents” linked to the drug. Don’t miss these articles on Coronavirus from the Explained section:‣ How coronavirus attacks, step by step‣ Mask or no mask?

Source: Indian Express April 16, 2020 22:04 UTC