How Nigerians Reacted As Pharmacy Sold Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate For N50000 As Nigerian-Trained Medical Doctor Claimed It Treats #COVID-19

Nigerians have expressed shock after a Twitter user shared a pack of Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate and claimed it was sold for N50000 in a Port Harcourt Pharmacy.

The drug became highly sort after when a Nigerian-trained US-based medical doctor said she has used a combination of hydroxychloroquine, zinc, and Zithromax to treat over 350 Covid-19 patients and none died.

While her claim has been highly disputed, demand for the drug has skyrocketed and this has made it expensive.

There are claims that a pharmacy in Port Harcourt is selling a packet of Hydroxychloroquine sulfate, containing 60 tablets, for 50,000 Naira and Nigerians are shocked.

Below are reactions.