MICROPERIMETRIC SENSITIVITY IN PATIENTS ON HYDROXYCHLOROQUINE (PLAQUENIL) THERAPY
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Keywords
Hydroxychloroquine, Plaquenil, Microperimetry, Retinal Toxicity, Autoimmune Diseases
Abstract
Hydroxychloroquine (Plenil) therapy is commonly used in the treatment of various autoimmune diseases, such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis. One of the side effects of hydrochloroquine therapy is retinal toxicity, which can lead to irreversible vision loss if not detected early. Microperimetry has proven to be a valuable tool in assessing retinal sensitivity in patients on hydroxychloroquine therapy. This essay aims to investigate the microperimetric sensitivity in patients on hydroxychloroquine therapy, exploring the methods used, results obtained, and implications for clinical practice.
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Ahmad Mohammad Albogami
Pharmacist, King Fahad General Hospital
Zakaria Ali Alobaidi
Technician pharmacy, King Fahad hospital Jeddah
Abdullah Abdulmohsen Alotaibi
Pharmacist, King Fahad hospital Jeddah
Mnwer Khlaiwi Alalasi
Technician pharmacy, King Fahad hospital Jeddah
Eyad Ahmed Althagafi
Pharmacist, King Fahad hospital Jeddah
Tahreer Ahmed Saleh Al Habeeb
Pharmacy Technician, Irada Mental Health in Al-Kharj