antiviral treatments
Medicines against viruses
Antiviral treatments are medications or therapies that fight viral infections.
Unlike antibiotics, which target bacteria, antivirals work by inhibiting viral replication or boosting immune response.
Some target specific viruses: antiviral treatments for HIV, antiviral treatments for hepatitis C.
Others have broader application: The doctor prescribed antiviral treatments within 48 hours of symptom onset.
- acyclovirAntiviral herpes medication
- doseQuantity of medicine
- vaccinationAdministered immunity booster
- remdesivirAntiviral medication for COVID-19
- monoclonal antibodiesIdentical lab-cloned immune proteins
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- Antiviralsacyclovir, valacyclovir, amantadine, remdesivir, antiretrovirals