Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Paxlovid Tablet
Paxlovid Tablet
| Generic name | nirmatrelvir and ritonavir |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Antiviral combination (SARS-CoV-2 main protease inhibitor) with pharmacokinetic enhancer |
| Forms | Film-coated tablets (pink nirmatrelvir tablets and white ritonavir tablets), packaged together in blister cards |
Paxlovid is an antiviral medicine that contains two medicines, nirmatrelvir and ritonavir, packaged together as tablets. It is used to treat COVID-19 in people who are at higher risk of becoming seriously ill.
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- Follow your prescriber and the leaflet
- Don't start, stop, or change a dose on your own
- Doses and warnings differ by country and product
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