Remdesivir Information

Remdesivir is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of COVID-19.

The right dosage of Remdesivir depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Normally, these side effects of Remdesivir are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Remdesivir is Moderate for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Remdesivir's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Remdesivir related warnings section.

Drug reaction of Remdesivir with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Remdesivir is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Remdesivir Benefits & Uses
Remdesivir Dosage & How to Take
Remdesivir Related Warnings
Frequently asked Questions about Remdesivir
Remdesivir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Remdesivir Benefits & Uses

Remdesivir is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

COVID-19

Remdesivir Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Covid-19 Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Injection Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Remdesivir Related Warnings

Is the use of Remdesivir safe for pregnant women?

Remdesivir can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Remdesivir, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Remdesivir safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Remdesivir in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Remdesivir on the Kidneys?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Remdesivir on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Remdesivir will cause side effects on kidney or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Remdesivir on the Liver?

Information about safety of Remdesivir for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Remdesivir on the Heart?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Remdesivir on the heart, information on safety of Remdesivir for the heart is unavailable.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Remdesivir

Is this Remdesivir habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Remdesivir.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Remdesivir you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Remdesivir is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Remdesivir for mental disorders.

No

Remdesivir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Remdesivir

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Remdesivir with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Remdesivir

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Remdesivir and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown