What Medication Can I Take To Reduce The Symptoms The Coronavirus Disease?
COVID-19Common questionWhat medication can I take to reduce the symptoms the coronavirus disease?Pain relievers like acetaminophen (Tylenol®) or ibuprofen (Advil®, Motrin®) can relieve minor aches and pains. Cough suppressants or expectorants may also be recommended, but it’s best to get specific advice from your healthcare provider.
Can I take ibuprofen if I have COVID-19?
Expert opinion: The studies that have been performed so far demonstrate no association between ibuprofen use and increased mortality rates or an increased risk for respiratory support. Accordingly, we recommend ibuprofen to be used for managing COVID-19 symptoms.
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Can vitamin C treat COVID-19?
Clinical trials are exploring whether vitamin C, in combination with other treatments, could help COVID-19 patients, but no studies have been completed yet.Advertising Policy
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What are some of the treatments available for COVID-19?
On October 22, 2020, the FDA approved the antiviral drug Veklury (remdesivir) for use in adults and pediatric patients (12 years of age and older and weighing at least 40 kg) for the treatment of COVID-19 requiring hospitalization.
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What over-the-counter treatments can be effective in easing symptoms of COVID-19?
Over-the-counter medications like acetaminophen or NSAIDs may help alleviate fever and body aches related to COVID-19. Over-the-counter nasal decongestants and throat lozenges may help with symptoms of nasal congestion and sore throat. Before taking any over-the-counter medications, we recommend consulting with a health care provider.
What over-the-counter treatments can be effective in easing symptoms of COVID-19? - UAB Medicine News