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What effects on lysosomal membranes and prostaglandin formation may contribute to hydroxychloroquine sulfate's action in rheumatic disease?

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Stabilisation of lysosomal membranes and inhibition of prostaglandin formation may contribute to hydroxychloroquine sulfate's therapeutic action in rheumatic disease, but the role of each is not known.

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