gynecology and obstetrics
Drug Safety in Pregnancy
Antivirals During Pregnancy
Some antivirals (eg,zidovudineandritonavirfor HIV infection) have been safely used during pregnancy for many years. However, some antivirals may have significant risks for the fetus. Pregnancy is associated with an increased risk of severe COVID-19 . For pregnant patients with early mild to moderate COVID-19, the Antivirals for Influenza should be started as soon as possible, without waiting for test results to confirm the diagnosis, because treatment within 48 hours of illness onset is most effective. However, treatment at any point during the infection reduces risk of severe complications. Controlled clinical studies of Acyclovir(oral and topical) appears to be safe during pregnancy. 