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Can plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine) (for autoimmune disease) cause increased infections?
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Not commonly: Unlike many meds used to treat autoimmune diseases (immune modulators that suppress the immune system) Plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine) has an antiinflammatory effect on autoimmune dss. So the risk of infections (seen with immune suppression) is uncommon. Major concern with this drug is effect on vision. Regular eye exams are recommended.
Answered 11/15/2020
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I am unsure that my dr is correct of mylupus diagnosis (no labs + other than ANA) 2nd opinion dr says no lupus if I take plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine) w/o disease will hurt me?
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