Among rheumatic diseases, the primary role of HCQ is in the management of articular and skin manifestations of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and the treatment of mild to moderately active rheumatoid arthritis (RA). As a cornerstone of SLE management, HCQ leads to reduction in the risk of disease flare as well as providing a valuable adjunct in the therapy of lupus nephritis, and is a relatively safe option for t0reatment of SLE during pregnancy,It also has been linked to the prevention thrombosis as well as a reduced risk of permanent organ damage. HCQ's beneficial effects on lipid levels and reduction in the risk of diabetes .It is a member of the "triple therapy" triad for the treatment of RA , serving as an important component of the therapeutic approach in active disease. Other less common uses for HCQ include the treatment of palindromic rheumatism, Inflammatory cutaneous disorders, and the antiphospholipid antibody syndrome because of its antithrombotic effect .