Plaquinil has been suggested to me by more than 1 physician. After reading about possible side effects , I have ruled out taking this med. Although not a common occurrence plaquinil can cause retina damage.
Many years ago I was diagnosed with dry AMD. I started a course of AREDS vitamins. Some years later I had a visit with a retina specialist who changed the diagnosis to macular dystrophy. More specifically adult onset vitelliform dystrophy. I have bounced back and forth between my ophthalmologist and the retina specialist. Every 6 months I need an appointment. I already have vitelliform lesions. It was suggested asking the eye Drs about taking plaquinil. I have determined that monitoring plaquinil and an additional retina problem is too risky.
No treatment for macular dystrophy. The retina specialist says the eye vitamins will not help but I am taking 1 capsule daily instead of 2. The cause is genetic.