You do not need a repeat RT-PCR test to confirm you are no longer contagious. PCR tests can detect harmless, dead viral fragments for weeks, showing a false positive long after you have recovered. Because you have been fever-free for four days without fever-reducing medicine and your symptoms are improving, you are highly unlikely to be infectious. You can safely reunite with your family. Please complete your prescribed course of doxycycline (DOXY), cefpodoxime proxetil with clavulanic acid (CEF CV 200), and methylprednisolone (Medrol plus) as directed.

Her oxygen level of 93% is borderline and requires close monitoring. Please contact her doctor immediately to evaluate if she needs supplemental oxygen or a hospital assessment. Regarding her medications, adding Faviflu (favipiravir) is generally not recommended without a doctor's direct prescription, as its benefit is limited. Since she is already on a strong steroid like Medrol (methylprednisolone) and doxycycline, any medication changes must be supervised by her physician to ensure her safety. Please keep monitoring her oxygen levels closely and seek urgent medical care if she feels breathless.

The active ingredient in Medrol is methylprednisolone. For suspected COVID-19 with normal oxygen levels, steroids are generally not recommended, as they can delay viral clearance and significantly raise blood sugar?a vital consideration for your insulin-dependent diabetes. If a steroid is prescribed, taking it as a pill is usually preferred over an IV, as it is highly effective and much easier to manage at home. Your CT score of 8 suggests mild-to-moderate changes. Please consult your doctor before starting methylprednisolone; they will safely guide your treatment and help adjust your insulin regimen.

It must be very frustrating, especially since Allegra (fexofenadine) and Medrol (methylprednisolone) have not brought you relief. Because these symptoms have lasted longer than six weeks, it is considered chronic. I highly recommend scheduling an appointment with an allergist or dermatologist. They can investigate the underlying cause and discuss alternative treatments, such as different classes of medications or targeted therapies.

But please do not take Medrol (methylprednisolone) without a doctor's direct prescription. Methylprednisolone is a strong steroid. While it can be helpful for hospitalized COVID-19 patients who require oxygen support, taking it for mild cases at home can actually weaken your immune system's ability to fight the virus and cause unwanted side effects. The correct dosage depends entirely on your specific health status and must be decided by a doctor. Please reach out to a healthcare provider who can evaluate your symptoms and recommend the safest treatment plan for your recovery.

However, losing 5 kg while treating tuberculosis, even with an increased appetite, requires careful attention. While methylprednisolone (Medrol) typically causes weight gain, tuberculosis itself can cause weight loss as the body fights the infection. Additionally, steroids can sometimes affect how the body responds to tuberculosis treatment. I highly recommend contacting his treating doctor or pulmonologist.