Worried about a hydroxychloroquine shortage as coronavirus trials begin? Hereโs some advice
HOUSTON โ One of the drugs that are showing promise to treat coronavirus is one that many Americans already use every day for other ailments. While this drug could play a role in treating coronavirus patients, there are many people who depend on it beyond the virus. Iโm concerned about the price going up and Iโm concerned about its availability.โWednesday, New York started doing hydroxychloroquine trials on coronavirus patients. Advice for people who take hydroxychloroquineThe Arthritis Foundation released a list of suggestions for patients who may be worried about a drug shortage. If you cannot get your hydroxychloroquine prescription filled, you can report it to the FDA at drugshortages@fda.hhs.govResearchers are also working on a possible Coronavirus vaccine.