Famotidine use and quantitative symptom tracking for COVID-19 in non-hospitalised patients: a case series.

Author: ConigliaroJoseph, GablenzEva, JanowitzTobias, PattinsonDavid, TraceyKevin, TuvesonDavid, WangTimothy C

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Treatment options for non-hospitalised patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) to reduce morbidity, mortality and spread of the disease are an urgent global need. The over-the-counter histamine-2 receptor antagonist famotidine is a putative therapy for COVID-19. We quantitively assessed lo...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7299656/

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Famotidine for COVID-19: A Potential Oasis in a Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has presented a global health crisis, and finding effective treatments for non-hospitalized patients is paramount. This research explores the potential of famotidine, a common over-the-counter medication, as a treatment for COVID-19. The authors monitored the symptoms of patients who self-administered high-dose famotidine and observed changes over time.

This research is still in its early stages. While the results are promising, further studies are needed to confirm the effectiveness and safety of famotidine for COVID-19. Imagine a desert traveler seeking refuge from the scorching sun – famotidine could potentially be a valuable tool, but we need to gather more evidence before we can definitively say so.

Famotidine: A Potential Source of Relief

This research suggests that famotidine may be a promising avenue for treating non-hospitalized COVID-19 patients. However, it's important to note that this research is still in its early stages, and more studies are needed to validate these findings. While famotidine may offer a potential oasis in the desert of the pandemic, we need to continue exploring its effectiveness and safety.

A Promising Oasis in a Pandemic

This research offers a glimmer of hope in the ongoing struggle against COVID-19. While further research is crucial, famotidine presents a potential pathway to alleviate symptoms and improve outcomes for non-hospitalized patients. It is a reminder that even in the midst of a global crisis, the search for solutions continues.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This research explores the potential of famotidine for COVID-19 treatment. It's a journey with exciting possibilities, but further research is needed to confirm its effectiveness and safety. Like a camel searching for a hidden spring, we must continue exploring every avenue to combat this pandemic.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2020-08-24
  2. Date Revised 2021-01-10
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

32499303

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC7299656

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