How can I stay safe if I am allergic to Hydroxychloroquine?

Question

Hello doctor,

I am allergic to Quinolones, Metronidazole, Ibuprofen, Diclofenac, and Aspirin. Can you please tell me if I might also be allergic to Hydroxychloroquine?

If I am allergic, what steps can I take to boost my immunity?
What foods should I eat, and should I drink hot or cold water?
What special precautions should I take to protect myself from COVID-19?

Kindly help.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hello,

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It is less likely you would be allergic to Hydroxychloroquine. However, allergy is not the only criterion. A detailed physical examination along with an ECG (electrocardiography) report will have to be done to check if your body can tolerate the medication or not. There is no specific food for immunity. Any home-cooked food that is not processed will do. You can drink hot water that is bearable.

Important precautions for COVID-19 are social distancing, using a face mask whenever outside the house, as soon as you come from outside have a bath and keep clothes for washing without touching anything in the house, do not touch your face, eyes, ears, or nose when you are outside, and hand hygiene is very important. Keep your hands clean by rubbing them with soap and water whenever you touch anything that is not yours. You can use hand sanitizer when outside in this regard. If you get any symptoms of fever (100 degrees Fahrenheit or more on the thermometer) with a cough or cold, please report to the nearest health facility.

I hope this has helped you.

Please feel free to reach me again, in case of further queries.

Thank you.