Most people who have COVID-19 can safely manage their symptoms at home and recover well.
Treatments are available for people at risk of becoming very sick from COVID-19.
Oral antiviral treatments are available for people who are at risk of becoming very sick if they catch COVID-19.
Aboriginal people aged 30 years and older with two additional risk factors are eligible to receive oral antiviral treatments.
These risk factors include:
- People living in a residential aged care facility
- People with a disability
- People with a chronic health condition
- People who live remotely with less access to health care.
Oral antiviral medicines are available with a prescription.
They work best when taken as soon as possible, regardless of how mild your symptoms are.
Medication is taken morning and night for five days. It’s important you finish your course of medicine, even if your symptoms are mild, unless advised otherwise by your doctor.
Speak with your doctor or health care provider about whether you can have oral antiviral treatment or call the National Coronavirus Helpline on 1800 020 080.
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