With reference to the above subject and reference, technical advisory committee discussed that in the cmTent epidemiological scenario of COVID-19 in the state, the test positivity is about 30% and also there may be time lag for receipt of the report following swab collection. Hence it was recommended to start the treatment to the persons who are symptomatic and also to those who are in high risk and primary contacts in the house hold immediately.
Private labs / Private hospitals are directed to give prescription through their doctors and all the public health institutions to hand over the medicines to the needy as follows
- Tab Ivermectin 12 mg – 1-0-0 for 3 days (on empty stomach)
- Tab Vitamin – C 500 mg – 1-1-1 for 3 days.
- Tab Zinc 50 mg – 0-1-0 for 3 days.
If the test report is positive the treatment shall continue as per the state protocol for the remaining period.