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Are there any specific medicines to prevent or treat the new coronavirus?
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No: There are currently no identified treatments, medications or remedies that cure COVID -19. Rest, hydration, acetaminophen, decongestant, cough med & nasal saline irrigation may help mild symptoms. Make sure to quarantine. Get emergency care for difficulty breathing, blue lips or confusion. Clinical trials with Remdesivir is a broad-spectrum antiviral medication show some initial positive results.
Answered 5/15/2020
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