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I was on Plaquenil for 3 years with no issues. All of a sudden I started severe itching. It is listed as one of the side effects. I had to stop it. I have a few scab scars from itching.

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That is very interesting. I spoke to my dermatologist this morning and she doesn't think it is the Plaquenil. I was on a bigger dose a while back and so she has doubled my dose again plus still wants me on the Lyrica. I shall see what happens in a few days and then contact her again. I don't have a rash, in fact there is nothing to see. I told the Dr that I could see it was on list of possible side effects but she said that it was not normally a problem that way. I will let you know what happens. I may not be able to refill my prescription anyway. I am with Kaiser so I don't really have options.