Can you give 17 years old boy COVID19 positive hydroxychloroquine?

Chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine are very closely related and used to treat malaria and rheumatology conditions respectively. In China and France, small studies provided some indications of the possible benefits of chloroquine phosphate against pneumonia caused by COVID-19 but need confirmation through randomized trials. It can be used for adults and adolescents who weigh 50 kg (110 pounds) or more. However, please do not take these medicines to prevent or treat COVID19 infections without consulting your doctor, as they have several side effects. Your doctor will determine if the medicine is appropriate for you. Self-medication can be very dangerous.

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