Anti-Malaria Pills Do Not Cure Coronavirus, Cause Serious Side Effects: Experts

Corona Experts Advisory Group (CEAG) instituted by the Punjab government has cautioned citizens to refrain from using drugs named chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine to treat coronavirus.

CEAG, in an official statement, stated that there is insufficient evidence that chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine can cure coronavirus.

Both drugs have detrimental consequences on one’s health and it is advised to exercise caution in using any drugs without prescription, the CEAG said.

Dr. Zafar Mirza, Special Assistant to Prime Minister (SAPM) on Health, has also stated that hydroxychloroquine & chloroquine are not useful in treating coronavirus. Instead, the unprescribed consumption of these drugs can bear negative effects.

What are Hydroxychloroquine & Chloroquine?

Both hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine are prescription drugs used to prevent and treat malaria. Hydroxychloroquine is also beneficial in curing some auto-immune diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.

Side Effects of Hydroxychloroquine and Chloroquine

Hydroxychloroquine and Chloroquine can result in following adverse conditions if taken without prescription:

  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Stomach cramps
  • Loss of appetite
  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness
  • Blurred vision

Overdose of both drugs can result in fast or irregular heartbeat, slow or shallow breathing, unwanted or uncontrolled muscle spasms, tongue and face twitching, fainting, seizures, and ultimately coma.


In case anyone exhibits symptoms of Coronavirus, call the COVID-19 National Helpline 1166. It is highly recommended to abstain from self-treatment of Coronavirus by consuming these medicines.


  • Aoa!
    Actually we are having half information as we are not an innovation country. China used 3000000 pills of hydro Chloroquine with chlorine dioxide as well as hydrogen peroxide. I worked online with My Chinese friend in Wuhan, our suggested method gave them remarkable results. Sorry we are not acting like a Nation, I request everyone that please quarantine Yourself at Home disinfect yourself with Hydrogen peroxide 3%. Mix 05 ml of 3000 PPM in 500 ml water and use it ultrasonic humidifier for
    home/office environment.


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