This is a promising form of treatment that can reduce the amount of the SARS-CoV-2 virus in a person’s system. The goal of this therapy is to help:
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Individuals would not be eligible for this treatment if they are:
Hospitalized for COVID-19
Requiring oxygen therapy due to COVID-19
Allergic to any of the ingredients in the medication
The infusion itself takes about 20 minutes. Afterwards there is an hour-long period where patients are monitored. The entire process takes 2 hours.
One possible side effect of monoclonal antibody therapy is an allergic reaction. These reactions typically only occur during infusion or soon after, and your care team will closely monitor for any signs of an allergic reaction. However, because an infusion reaction can also be delayed, contact your doctor immediately if you notice any of the following signs of an allergic reaction:
Fever and/or chills
Nausea
Headache
Shortness of breath
Low blood pressure
Wheezing
Swelling of lips, face or throat
Muscle aches
Hives or itchiness
Monoclonal antibody treatment is given to you through a vein (intravenous or IV)
No. Monoclonal antibody treatment can be used as a preventative measure if you believe you have been exposed to COVID-19.
Yes. This is the monoclonal antibody treatment that the President received.
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