classifieds hope for light and regular cases are being investigated by the citizens living in Turkey. So what is Favipiravir, what does it do?
WHAT IS FAVIPIRAVIR?
Favipiravir, also known as T-705, Avigan or favilavir, is an antiviral drug developed by Japan-based company Toyama Chemical against RNA viruses. Favipiravir is effective against influenza, West Nile and yellow fever viruses, as well as flaviviruses, arenaviruses, bunyaviruses and alphaviruses. Activity against the virus of Rift Valley fever with enteroviruses has also been reported.
In February 2020, Favipiravir is being examined for the experimental treatment of COVID-19 disease that occurs in China. According to the results of a small study of 80 people, favipiravir is more effective for COVID-19 treatment than lopinavir / ritonavir combination. According to a statement made by Chinese officials on March 17, 2020, the drug was said to be effective in treating cases that occurred in Vuhan and Shenzhen. In the statement, it is stated that in the treatment of COVID-19 disease, people who have a mild course can recover in a short time and the drug can reduce the treatment period from 11 days to 4 days.
It is a drug raw material previously used for SARS disease.
