Based on my 55-year-old mother?s chest CT scan and blood reports, is her stomach pain and low fever caused by mild COVID-19, do we need to get an RT-PCR swab test to confirm the diagnosis, and what are the next steps for her care and taking her prescribed medications (Hifenac Spas, Calpol 650, Fabiflu 400mg, Doxy 1 DR Forte, and Nexpro Rd)? | Apollo Pharmacy

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Based on my 55-year-old mother?s chest CT scan and blood reports, is her stomach pain and low fever caused by mild COVID-19, do we need to get an RT-PCR swab test to confirm the diagnosis, and what are the next steps for her care and taking her prescribed medications (Hifenac Spas, Calpol 650, Fabiflu 400mg, Doxy 1 DR Forte, and Nexpro Rd)?

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Based on my 55-year-old mother?s chest CT scan and blood reports, is her stomach pain and low fever caused by mild COVID-19, do we need to get an RT-PCR swab test to confirm the diagnosis, and what are the next steps for her care and taking her prescribed medications (Hifenac Spas, Calpol 650, Fabiflu 400mg, Doxy 1 DR Forte, and Nexpro Rd)?

Asked by Female, 55 · 3 days ago

Y. Lakshmi Thulasi

Pharm-D (Post baccalaureate)

3 days ago

An RT-PCR test is highly recommended to confirm if your mother's stomach pain and fever are due to COVID-19, as gastrointestinal symptoms can sometimes be atypical presentations. Please consult her doctor before starting these medications. Calpol 650 (paracetamol) can manage her fever, Nexpro RD (esomeprazole and domperidone) helps with acidity, and Hifenac Spas (aceclofenac and drotaverine) can relieve stomach pain. Fabiflu (favipiravir) and Doxy 1 DR Forte (doxycycline) are potent prescription drugs that must only be taken under direct medical supervision. For her care, monitor her oxygen levels with a pulse oximeter, keep her isolated, ensure she rests, and keep her well-hydrated while awaiting test results.

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Based on my 55-year-old mother?s chest CT scan and blood reports, is her stomach pain and low fever caused by mild COVID-19, do we need to get an RT-PCR swab test to confirm the diagnosis, and what are the next steps for her care and taking her prescribed medications (Hifenac Spas, Calpol 650, Fabiflu 400mg, Doxy 1 DR Forte, and Nexpro Rd)?

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