A. Bhatia, S. Bains, Bansal Tajinder, S. Kuldeep, Jaideepa
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The terror of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is present universally. The number of cases is on rise. There is always debate about the use of chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine as a prophylaxis. Healthcare workers being the front-line soldiers need additional protection as compared to general population. This review article highlighted the mechanism of action of both drugs and their role in COVID-19 patients.
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