Monoclonal Antibody Therapy
TL;DR: If you have COVID-19 symptoms, get tested, because there may be treatment that can help protect you from developing severe illness. Caveats below.
Monoclonal Antibody treatments show promising results in COVID-19 management. The medication reduces the likelihood of a person requiring emergency room care and hospitalization. People with certain health conditions may qualify for treatment. Our physicians can help arrange for treatment as an outpatient if appropriate but the first step is early diagnosis. Our office is offering same day rapid COVID-19 testing. We encourage patients to call the office to schedule a drive by rapid COVID-19 test if they have symptoms consistent with COVID-19. Monoclonal Antibody treatment is most effective very early in the course of disease. If your COVID-19 test is positive we will schedule a TeleVisit to discuss if treatment is right for you.
People who may qualify for Monoclonal Antibody treatments include:
Obesity with a BMI (body mass index) of 35 or higher.
Chronic Kidney Disease.
Diabetes.
Immunosuppressive disease or currently receiving immunosuppressive treatment.
Age 65 and older.
Age 55 and older plus +
Cardiovascular disease.
High blood pressure.
COPD/other chronic respiratory disease.
