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Paxlovid

Nirmatrelvir/Ritonavir

What is Paxlovid used for?

This combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is used to treat coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in people who have mild to moderate symptoms and have a high risk for COVID-19 complications. It helps people who have COVID-19 to stay out of the hospital. It is not for use by people who are hospitalized due to COVID-19. Nirmatrelvir is a SARS-CoV-2 main protease inhibitor. It works by preventing the growth of the virus that causes COVID-19. Ritonavir increases ("boosts") the levels of nirmatrelvir. This helps nirmatrelvir work better. This medication works by stopping the coronavirus from growing. It cannot be used to prevent COVID-19.

CHEMICAL NAME

Nirmatrelvir/Ritonavir (nir-MA-trel-vir/ri-TON-na-vir)

DRUG TYPE

Viral Infections

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Paxlovid Frequently Asked Questions

Read the Patient Information Leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start taking this product and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once or twice daily for 5 days. If you are on dialysis, take your dose of this medication after dialysis on your dialysis days. Swallow the tablets whole. Do not chew, break, or crush the tablets. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.

This product works best if you start taking it within 5 days of when symptoms begin.

For the best effect, take this product at evenly spaced times. To help you remember, take it at the same times every day.

Continue to take this medication until the full prescribed amount is finished, even if symptoms disappear after a few days. Stopping the medication too early may result in a return of the infection.

Tell your doctor if your condition lasts or gets worse.

Paxlovid Dosage and Form Information

Supplied As
Strength
Tablet Dose Pack
300-100 Mg
150-100 Mg