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2021

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which is the first antiviral pill that has so far shown success in treating COVID-19?
A
CORBEVAX
B
COVOVAX
C
Molnupiravir
D
Remdesivir
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Molnupiravir was so effective in a phase 3 trial involving COVID-19-positive people at risk of severe illness that clinicians halted enrolment early.

Detailed explanation-2: -The FDA has approved an antiviral drug called remdesivir (Veklury) to treat COVID-19 in adults and children who are age 12 and older.

Detailed explanation-3: -Favipiravir, known as Fabiflu, is an antiviral drug used to treat COVID-19 patients having mild to moderate symptoms.

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