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The xxb & bq.1.1 versions of the corona virus show resistance to monoclonal antibodies so does that mean that paxlovid would be the only form of treatment? i am concerned because i am immunocompromised?

Q: the xxb & bq.1.1 versions of the corona virus show resistance to monoclonal antibodies so does that mean that paxlovid would be the only form of treatment? i am concerned because i am immunocompromised?

: The monoclonal antibody, evusheld, is for prevention only while paxlovid is for treatment for an active infection of covid.

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

The monoclonal antibody, evusheld, is for prevention only while paxlovid is for treatment for an active infection of covid.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 10/26/2022

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A member asked:

The xxb & bq.1.1 versions of the corona virus show resistance to monoclonal antibodies so does that mean that paxlovid would be the only form of treatment? i am concerned because i am immunocompromised?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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