WHO advises against the use of anti-Malaria drug to prevent Covid-19 infection
The recommendation comes from a WHO Guideline Development Group, which are a panel of international experts.
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The recommendation comes from a WHO Guideline Development Group, which are a panel of international experts.
Scientific studies have shown hydroxychloroquine can do more harm than good when used to treat symptoms of Covid-19.
A widely shared Facebook post incorrectly claims that medications which ‘cure’ the virus have been banned in Ireland.
The now-retracted study found that hydroxychloroquine showed no benefit against the coronavirus – and even increased the risk of dying in hospital.
The drug is not approved for use against Covid-19 in the US or here.
It has not been proven the anti-malaria drug is effective at preventing or helping to treat Covid-19.
In one study, adverse effects were more common in patients who received hydroxychloroquine.
Chloroquine has been used for decades to prevent people catching malaria.
The president said he had “a feeling” about the drug, while Dr Anthony Fauci cautioned it was unproven.