A small trial finds that hydroxychloroquine is not effective for treating coronavirus
The president promoted the combination of hydroxychloroquine and an antibiotic for treating COVID-19. But a new study suggests it provides no benefits.
Katherine Seley-Radtke, Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry and President-Elect of the International Society for Antiviral Research, University of Maryland, Baltimore County
• conversation
April 3, 2020 • ~5 min
April 3, 2020 • ~5 min
Chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine: no proof these anti-malarial drugs prevent novel coronavirus in humans
Taking these drugs to treat COVID-19 without medical advice has caused poisonings and death.
Parastou Donyai, Professor and Director of Pharmacy Practice, University of Reading
• conversation
March 26, 2020 • ~7 min
March 26, 2020 • ~7 min
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