PLAQUENIL (hydroxychloroquine sulfate PLAQUENIL (hydroxychloroquine Retinopathy with changes in pigmentation and visual field defects (see
With Plaquenil related toxicity, the pigment in the macula can change and alter vision by producing blurring and distortion of objects. These changes, if they
Hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil) is the most commonly prescribed because it is generally Skin: rash, pruritus/itching, pigmentation disorders in skin and
(Brand name: Plaquenil) Hydroxychloroquine (brand name Plaquenil) is a Hydroxychloroquine may rarely cause increased skin pigmentation.
Skin rashes and pigment change. Atabrine, specifically, can cause yellow pigmentation of skin. Sometimes Plaquenil can also deposit in the tissues of the
In some cases, Plaquenil can cause visual changes or loss of vision. It is thought that the drug binds to melanin (pigmented cells) in the
Plaquenil can produce pigment changes in the macula of the retina. The retina is the part of the back of the eye that you see with.
What is Plaquenil retinal toxicity? The Plaquenil, or hydroxychloroquine sulfate (HCQ) drug side effect may cause binding of melanin to the retinal pigment
How Does Plaquenil Affect the Eyes? Plaquenil is believed to cause changes in the pigment of the macula, or the central portion of the retina
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