Can hydroxychloroquine prevent or cure COVID-19?

Australian researchers have done a clinical trial if hydroxychloroquine can prevent or cure COVID-19 in a test tube, but what is the result? Whilst demanding for this medication is on the rise, health authorities warn taking this medicine could experience serius side-effect unless recommended by health professionals for specific treatments.

Hydroxychloroquine tablets Source: AAP

If you want to know more information in English about hydroxychloroquine you can check the RMIT ABC Fact Check.

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