What is Antiviral Treatment?
Antivirals are medicines that help control viral infections such as influenza, hepatitis, herpes, and COVID-19. They don’t kill viruses directly but interfere with their ability to reproduce, helping the body fight the infection more effectively.
This treatment helps to:
- Shorten the duration of viral illnesses
- Reduce severity of symptoms like fever, pain, or fatigue
- Prevent complications such as pneumonia or liver damage
- Lower the risk of spreading infection to others
- Manage chronic viral conditions like hepatitis B, hepatitis C, or HIV
What to expect during treatment?
Results vary depending on the virus and how early treatment begins.
- Relief of symptoms within days for acute infections
- Fewer outbreaks for chronic viral diseases
- Possible mild side effects like nausea, headache, or fatigue
- Regular monitoring may be required for long-term therapies
