৳ 50/unit
Pack: ৳ 500
৳ 50/unit
Pack: ৳ 500
At a glance
Molnupiravir is an antiviral medicine used to treat mild to moderate COVID-19 in adults at risk for developing severe illness.
Indications
- Mild to moderate COVID-19 in adults
- Treatment in patients at risk for severe illness
Pharmacology
Molnupiravir is a prodrug that is converted to N-hydroxycytidine. It introduces copying errors during viral RNA replication causing lethal mutations and stopping viral replication.
Dosage
Adult Dose (Oral):
- Recommended Dose: 200 mg capsules (4 capsules) every 12 hours (total 800 mg/dose)
- Treatment Duration: 5 days
- Total Dose: 40 capsules (5 days × 8 capsules/day)
Child Dose: <18 years: Safety and efficacy not established.
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Headache
Use in pregnancy
Use in Pregnancy: Unsafe. Not recommended during pregnancy. Use effective contraception during treatment and for 4 days after last dose.
Pregnancy Category: D — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Precautions & warnings
- Contraindicated in pregnancy
- Contraindicated during lactation
- Use effective contraception during treatment and for 4 days after last dose
- Do not use in patients under 18 years
Overdose effects
No overdose information available. Symptomatic and supportive treatment.
Storage conditions
Store at or below 25°C away from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.