India COVID-19 Update: Antivirals, Eyes On HCQ-Azithromycin Data

Cipla Among Firms Prepping Favipiravir, Remdesivir, Baloxavir Generics

Development work for antivirals such as favipiravir and remdesivir seen as potential treatments for coronavirus is underway in India, with the former’s off-patent status making it more attractive. All eyes are also on data from a French study which highlights the potential of hydroxychloroquine and azithromycin as a COVID-19 treatment.

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Indian firms up activity around potential coronavirus treatments • Source: Shutterstock

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