Remdesivir

Therapeutic Group

Anti-virals For Systemic Use

Indication Dosage

Remdesivir is a medication used to treat certain viral infections, such as COVID-19. It helps reduce the severity of the illness and can be prescribed by doctors when needed.

Treatment Of Corona Virus Covid-19: 

By IV Inj: 

  • Adult: An Initial One-time Dose Of 200 Mg; Followed By 100 Mg Per Day For 10 Days. 
  • Children: Less Than 40 Kg Body Weight: 5 Mg/kg Single Loading Dose Followed By 2.5 Mg/kg Once Daily For 10 Days.

Content

  • Inj 100mg: Per Vial: Remdesivir 100mg; Powder In Vial

Pregnancy

Avoid, Use Only When No Safer Alternative Exists For A Serious Problem.

Stability

  • Nucleoside Analogues

Contra Indications

  • Cardiac Failure, Severe Renal Or Hepatic Impairment

Precautions

  • Cardiac Failure, Severe Renal Or Hepatic Impairment

Lactation

  • Contraindicated

Side Effects

  • Gi Disturbance
  • Alopecia
  • Angina
  • Anorexia
  • Anxiety
  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Increased Liver Enzyme Levels That May Indicate Possible Liver Damage.