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Latest revision as of 09:59, 2 August 2020
- Antimalarial
- Active against intra-erythrocytic Plasmodium, by binding haematin in the parasite digestive vacuole
- Retinal toxicity at 100 g total ingestion
- So if on weekly prophylaxis for 5 years, they should get twice-annual retinal screening
- Risk of seizures, psychosis, and worsening psoriasis
