Nucleoside Analogue Antivirals

Nucleoside analogue antivirals are used to treat hepatitis C, herpes, and RSV, a cause of lower respiratory infections. They work by inhibiting the cells hosting the virus.

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Nucleoside analogue antivirals are used to treat viral infections such as hepatitis C, RSV, COVID-19, and more. These medications work by mimicking the building blocks of viral DNA or RNA, which interferes with the virus's ability to replicate and spread. Nucleoside analogue antivirals come in different forms, including oral pills and injections. Examples include ribavirin, remdesivir (Veklury), and molnupiravir (Lagevrio).

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Viroptic (trifluridine)

as low as$36

TRIFLURIDINE helps manage eye infections caused by viruses. It belongs to a group of medications called antivirals. It does not kill the virus and it may still be possible to spread the virus to others. It will not treat infections caused by bacteria.

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Lagevrio

as low as$962

MOLNUPIRAVIR treats mild to moderate COVID-19. It may help people who are at high risk of developing severe illness. This medication works by limiting the spread of the virus in your body. The FDA has allowed the emergency use of this medication.

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Tembexa

as low as$6

BRINCIDOFOVIR treats infections caused by viruses. It belongs to a group of medications called antivirals. It does not kill the virus and it may still be possible to spread the virus to others. It will not treat colds, the flu, or infections caused by bacteria.

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Rebetol (ribasphere, ribavirin)

as low as$76

RIBAVIRIN treats infections caused by the hepatitis C virus. It works by limiting the spread of the virus in your body. It does not kill the virus and it may still be possible to spread the virus to others. It will not treat colds, the flu, or infections caused by bacteria.

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Veklury

as low as$1,272

Veklury (remdesivir) is an antiviral medication that was recently approved as a potential treatment for hospitalized patients with COVID-19.

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Virazole

as low as$23,895

RIBAVIRIN treats infections caused by the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). It works by limiting the spread of the virus inside the body. It belongs to a group of medications called antivirals. It will not treat colds, the flu, or infections caused by bacteria.

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Livtencity

as low as$24,551

MARIBAVIR treats infections caused by viruses. It is prescribed when other medications have not worked or cannot be tolerated. It will not treat colds, the flu, or infections caused by bacteria.

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Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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