Most people who get a mild case of COVID-19 can recover at home.
If youre not sure, ask a pharmacist or your provider.
Be careful when taking it with other cold products to prevent accidentally doubling up on any ingredients.
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Paxlovid (nirmatrelvir-ritonavir)
Paxlovidis an oral antiviral prescription medication that is FDA-approved for adults.
Its designed for managing mild to moderate cases of COVID, Yang said.
Paxlovid is available for high-risk people with COVID who are not in the hospital.
Paxlovid is approved for adults and children aged 12 years and older.
It’s a pill that is taken by mouth (orally).
Lagevrio is a pill that can be taken by mouth.
Similarly to Paxlovid, its most effective when taken within five days of symptom onset.
In general, antiviral medications for COVID are underutilized.
What Can I Do Besides Take Medication?
Experts recommend staying hydrated and getting lots of rest if youre recovering from COVID.
For the most recent updates on COVID-19, visit ourcoronavirus news page.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.COVID-19 treatments and medications.
Food and Drug Administration.Know your treatment options for COVID-19.
National Institutes of Health.COVID-19 treatment guidelines: molnupiravir.
Pfizer.Pfizers PAXLOVID receives FDA approval for adult patients at high risk of progression to severe COVID-19.
National Institutes of Health.COVID-19 treatment guidelines: remdesivir.
