My mother tested positive for COVID-19 with very mild lung involvement on her chest scan and only has a wet cough; since she is already taking Limcee, Becozinc, Azee, and Dolo 650, should she also be given Fabiflu 400? | Apollo Pharmacy

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My mother tested positive for COVID-19 with very mild lung involvement on her chest scan and only has a wet cough; since she is already taking Limcee, Becozinc, Azee, and Dolo 650, should she also be given Fabiflu 400?

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My mother tested positive for COVID-19 with very mild lung involvement on her chest scan and only has a wet cough; since she is already taking Limcee, Becozinc, Azee, and Dolo 650, should she also be given Fabiflu 400?

Asked by Male, 26 · 10 days ago

Chandrakanta Jena

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10 days ago

Since she is already taking Limcee (vitamin C), Becozinc, Azee (azithromycin), and Dolo 650 (paracetamol), adding Fabiflu 400 (favipiravir) may not be necessary. Favipiravir is an antiviral medication typically reserved for specific cases and should only be started under the direct guidance of her treating doctor, especially since her symptoms are mild. Please monitor her oxygen levels and temperature regularly. If she remains comfortable, continuing her current supportive medications is usually sufficient. Always consult her physician before starting any new antiviral therapy.

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My mother tested positive for COVID-19 with very mild lung involvement on her chest scan and only has a wet cough; since she is already taking Limcee, Becozinc, Azee, and Dolo 650, should she also be given Fabiflu 400?

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