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An Overview of Approved COVID-19 Vaccines and Medication

Esmaeil Farshi

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a search for effective treatments and vaccines. Several emergency use vaccines have been widely administered, using methods such as introducing virus genetic material, triggering immune response, or using weakened virus forms. Antiviral drugs like remdesivir, anti-inflammatory drugs like dexamethasone, and other medications such as hydroxychloroquine and ivermectin have been used to manage COVID-19 symptoms. Although vaccines show promise in reducing virus spread and severe illness/death, the effectiveness of the medications remains under study and more research is needed. It’s important to only use these medications under medical guidance and to be aware of potential side effects and interactions