Hydroxychloroquine is used to prevent or treat Malaria caused by Mosquito Bites. The United States Center for Disease Control provides updated guidelines and travel recommendations for the prevention and treatment of Malaria in different parts of the world. Discuss the most recent information with your doctor before traveling to areas where malaria occurs.

This Medication is also used to treat certain auto-immune diseases ( Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis ). It belongs to a class of Medications known as disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). It can reduce Skin Problems in Lupus and prevent swelling/pain in Arthritis.