Movfor Capsule is the first oral antiviral medication that helps treat mild to moderate COVID-19 in adults. It prevents the virus from multiplying, thereby reducing viral load and disease severity. The drug received emergency use approval from Indian drug regulatory authorities on December 28, 2021.
Movfor Capsule is only indicated in patients with mild to moderate COVID-19 symptoms and who have a high risk of developing severe symptoms. The risk factors include obesity, older age (>60 years), diabetes mellitus, and heart diseases. It is not indicated in patients who require immediate hospitalization due to COVID-19. This drug has also been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the UK regulatory agency for emergency use.
Movfor Capsule should be taken orally for no longer than 5 consecutive days. It is important to complete the entire 5 days of treatment, therefore do not stop taking it even if you feel better. The medicine may cause dizziness, headache, diarrhea, and nausea in some patients. If one experiences any such side effects, discuss them with the doctor. They may help with the treatment or suggest ways to prevent them.
Before taking Movfor Capsule, let the doctor know if you have any pre-existing medical conditions. To make sure it is safe for you, inform your doctor about all the other medications you are taking. The use of Movfor Capsule is not recommended in pregnant women. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult with their doctors before taking this medicine.
Movfor Capsule is only indicated in patients with mild to moderate COVID-19 symptoms and who have a high risk of developing severe symptoms. The risk factors include obesity, older age (>60 years), diabetes mellitus, and heart diseases. It is not indicated in patients who require immediate hospitalization due to COVID-19. This drug has also been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the UK regulatory agency for emergency use.
Movfor Capsule should be taken orally for no longer than 5 consecutive days. It is important to complete the entire 5 days of treatment, therefore do not stop taking it even if you feel better. The medicine may cause dizziness, headache, diarrhea, and nausea in some patients. If one experiences any such side effects, discuss them with the doctor. They may help with the treatment or suggest ways to prevent them.
Before taking Movfor Capsule, let the doctor know if you have any pre-existing medical conditions. To make sure it is safe for you, inform your doctor about all the other medications you are taking. The use of Movfor Capsule is not recommended in pregnant women. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult with their doctors before taking this medicine.
USES OF MOVFOR CAPSULE
- Treatment of Mild to moderate Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)
SIDE EFFECTS OF MOVFOR CAPSULE
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Movfor
- Nausea
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Diarrhea
HOW TO USE MOVFOR CAPSULE
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Movfor Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
HOW MOVFOR CAPSULE WORKS
Movfor Capsule is an antiviral medicine. It works by inhibiting the SARS-CoV-2 virus from replicating. This stops the virus from producing new copies and hence decreases the viral load in the body.
SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Movfor Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Movfor Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Movfor Capsule is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Movfor Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Movfor Capsule is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Movfor Capsule is recommended.

Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Movfor Capsule is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Movfor Capsule is recommended.
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