Screening for ocular toxicity of hydroxychloroquine

Background: Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) is an antimalarial drug often employed in the treatment of various diseases, as a basic for prolonged period time. Materials and Methods: Screening tests were analyzed descending order early detection changes HCQ toxicity. Results: The first ocular result toxicity are those found during visual field test, typical image fundus that highlights bull’s-eye lesion signifies advanced, irreversible Conclusion: Ophthalmologic screening great importance daily practice. Physicians from different medical specialties should be aware side effects refer patients to ophthalmology close follow-up. Key words: Hydroxychloroquine; Retinal toxicity;