Now that the COVID-19 public health emergency is over, here's what to do if you test positive for COVID-19 in the summer of 2023
—can help determine if you should take Paxlovid or another COVID-19 treatment, such as the lesser-used oral antiviral Lagevrio. It’s best to consult a clinician as soon as possible, as both Paxlovid and Lagevrio must be taken within five days of symptoms starting. At least for now, both drugs are still available for free, although some people might have to pay administrative fees associated with their prescriptions.
While you’re sick, the CDC also recommends drinking plenty of fluids and using over-the-counter anti-fever medications if necessary. If you start to experience severe symptoms, like difficulty breathing or chest pain, seek medical care immediately.For now, the only guaranteed way to avoid Long COVID is not to get COVID-19.
, experts said the chance of preventing Long COVID is another reason that high-risk individuals should take Paxlovid, but there isn’t yet enough data to recommend the drug to lower-risk people who wouldn’t otherwise be eligible., as some anecdotal evidence suggests doing so can help prevent Long COVID. Some experts recommend avoiding intense exercise for at least a couple weeks after testing positive.. Having that record may make it easier to get the right care in the future, if necessary.
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