What are the recommended next steps for a patient isolating at home who has tested positive for COVID-19 (with a chest CT scan score of 9, normal oxygen levels of 96-98%, a bitter taste in the mouth, and no fever or breathing problems) and has also been diagnosed with malaria and typhoid, while currently taking Rabiride-DSR, Cefpodoxime & ofloxacin, Nimesulide 100 mg, Pacimol 650mg, Zincovit, and Favimic 400 mg? | Apollo Pharmacy

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What are the recommended next steps for a patient isolating at home who has tested positive for COVID-19 (with a chest CT scan score of 9, normal oxygen levels of 96-98%, a bitter taste in the mouth, and no fever or breathing problems) and has also been diagnosed with malaria and typhoid, while currently taking Rabiride-DSR, Cefpodoxime & ofloxacin, Nimesulide 100 mg, Pacimol 650mg, Zincovit, and Favimic 400 mg?

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What are the recommended next steps for a patient isolating at home who has tested positive for COVID-19 (with a chest CT scan score of 9, normal oxygen levels of 96-98%, a bitter taste in the mouth, and no fever or breathing problems) and has also been diagnosed with malaria and typhoid, while currently taking Rabiride-DSR, Cefpodoxime & ofloxacin, Nimesulide 100 mg, Pacimol 650mg, Zincovit, and Favimic 400 mg?

Asked by Male, 25 · 7 days ago

Chandrakanta Jena

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7 days ago

Since you are managing COVID-19, malaria, and typhoid, close monitoring is key. Please continue isolating, rest, and drink plenty of fluids. Take your prescribed medications, including Favimic, Rabiride-DSR, and antibiotics, exactly as directed. However, avoid taking both Pacimol (paracetamol) and Nimesulide together unless specifically advised by your doctor, to protect your liver and stomach. Keep monitoring your oxygen levels and temperature three times daily. Please contact your doctor immediately if your oxygen drops below 94%, or if you develop fever or breathing difficulties.

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What are the recommended next steps for a patient isolating at home who has tested positive for COVID-19 (with a chest CT scan score of 9, normal oxygen levels of 96-98%, a bitter taste in the mouth, and no fever or breathing problems) and has also been diagnosed with malaria and typhoid, while currently taking Rabiride-DSR, Cefpodoxime & ofloxacin, Nimesulide 100 mg, Pacimol 650mg, Zincovit, and Favimic 400 mg?

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