WHAT TYPE OF TREATMENT OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE?
Treatment for COVID-19
Talk with your healthcare provider about your treatment options for COVID-19.
Antiviral Pills
Two kinds of pills have received emergency use authorization to treat the virus that causes COVID-19:
- Paxlovid
- Treatment started as soon as possible after diagnosis of COVID-19 and within 5 days of symptom onset.
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- Molnupiravir
- Treatment started as soon as possible after diagnosis of COVID-19 and within 5 days of symptom onset.
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You need a prescription from a medical provider for both types of pills. Then a pharmacy needs to provide you with the pills that were prescribed. These pills can be found at many CVS and Rite Aid pharmacies as well as at a number of additional pharmacies to provide access across the County.
IV Antiviral Infusion
Antiviral infusions have been used to treat people who are hospitalized for COVID-19. Recent studies have also shown that this treatment can be used for patients with mild or moderate symptoms who are not hospitalized to help prevent progression to severe disease.
The following antiviral infusion is administered in an outpatient setting, through an IV and can be given over the course of three visits:
- Remdesivir — IV on Day 1, then once daily on Days 2 and 3 initiated as soon as possible and within 7 days of onset.
Treatment Guide
Lower Risk: Young and Healthy
If you test positive for COVID-19, over the counter treatments for symptoms may include:
- Nasal sprays
- Cough/throat drops
- Decongestants
- Pain and fever medication (e.g., Tylenol, Advil)
Higher Risk: Older and/or with Underlying Health Conditions
If you test positive for COVID-19, you may be eligible for:
- Oral antiviral treatment [within 5 days] *prescription needed*
- IV antiviral Remdesivir [within 7 days]
Resources
Oral Antiviral Medication Providers: