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Calculated Shard: 75 (from laksa172)

2. Crawled Status Check

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa075.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/covid-19/treatments-for-covid-19/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/covid-19/treatments-for-covid-19/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/covid-19\/treatments-for-covid-19\/","crawl_time":1776300635,"first_indexed_time":1679480280,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"uk,nhs,www!\/conditions\/covid-19\/treatments-for-covid-19\/ s443","src_root_hash":"11359509702434384875","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Treatments for COVID-19 - NHS","meta_descriptions":["Find out about treatments for COVID-19, including what types of treatment are available, who is eligible for them and how to get them."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"The NHS offers treatment to people with COVID-19 who are at the highest risk of becoming seriously ill.\nYou're eligible for a COVID-19 treatment assessment, without being admitted to hospital, if all the following apply:\nyou're at highest risk of getting seriously ill from COVID-19\nyou're aged 12 or over\nyou have symptoms of COVID-19\nyou have tested positive for COVID-19\nShow people at highest risk\nYou may be at highest risk of getting seriously ill from COVID-19 if you:\nhave Down's syndrome, or another chromosomal condition that affects your immune system\nhave certain types of cancer, or had treatment for certain types of cancer\nhave sickle cell disease\nhave certain conditions affecting your blood, including some types of blood cancer\nhave chronic kidney disease (CKD) stage 4 or 5, including people on dialysis\nhave severe liver disease\nhave had an organ transplant\nhave certain autoimmune or inflammatory conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis or inflammatory bowel disease\nhave HIV or AIDS and have a weakened immune system\nhave a condition affecting your immune system\nhave a condition affecting the brain or nervous system, such as multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, motor neurone disease, myasthenia gravis, Huntington's disease, Parkinson's disease or certain types of dementia\nhave certain lung conditions or treatments for lung conditions\nThis list is a summary and does not cover everything.\nIf you're unsure if you are eligible, speak to your GP or hospital specialist who can advise you.\nFind out more about people at the highest risk who are eligible for COVID-19 treatment on the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) website\nWho can have COVID-19 treatment\nThe treatments available for people at the highest risk of becoming seriously ill from COVID-19 are:\nnirmatrelvir plus ritonavir (Paxlovid)\nsotrovimab (Xevudy)\nmolnupiravir (Lagevrio)\nNirmatrelvir plus ritonavir, and molnupiravir are antiviral medicines.\nWhen being assessed for treatment, a doctor will advise which treatment is most suitable for you.\nSome treatments come as capsules or tablets that you swallow. Others are given to you through a drip in your arm (infusion), usually in a hospital or local health centre.\nThese treatments can help some people manage their COVID-19 symptoms and reduce the risk of becoming seriously ill.\nInformation:\nIf you need to go into hospital for COVID-19, you may get other treatments.\nTreatments for COVID-19\nLocal NHS organisations are responsible for arranging COVID-19 treatments. The way you get treatment will depend on where you live.\nYour\nlocal integrated care board (ICB)\nor GP surgery can give you more information.\nIf you think you're in the highest risk group and need to access COVID-19 treatment, follow these steps to be considered for a referral.\n1. Keep rapid lateral flow tests at home\nIf you're eligible for COVID-19 treatment, you should keep rapid lateral flow tests at home.\nYou may be able to pick up free rapid lateral flow test kits from your local pharmacy if you're eligible for COVID-19 treatment.\nFind a pharmacy that offers free COVID-19 rapid lateral flow tests\nThe pharmacy may ask you questions about your medical history to confirm you’re eligible for free tests. If you have a copy of a letter or email sent to you by the NHS that says you’re eligible for COVID-19 treatment, take this with you. A letter or email is not essential, but it will help the pharmacy to confirm you’re eligible for free tests more easily.\nSomeone else can collect free tests on your behalf, for example, a friend, relative or carer. If you do not have a friend, relative or carer who can collect your tests for you, you may be able to book a volunteer responder by calling\n0808 196 3646\n.\nAnyone collecting free tests on your behalf needs to give the pharmacy your details, including your:\nfull name\naddress\ndate of birth\nNHS number (if available)\nmedical condition(s) to confirm your eligibility\nThey should also bring any copies of letters or emails that have been sent to you by the NHS about COVID-19 treatments.\n2. Take a rapid lateral flow test if you get symptoms\nIf you have any\nsymptoms of COVID-19\n, take a rapid lateral flow test as soon as possible, even if your symptoms are mild. Only take a test if you have symptoms.\nYou can also use tests you've paid for, for example, a test you've bought from a supermarket or pharmacy.\n3. If your test is positive, call your GP surgery, NHS 111 or hospital specialist\nCall your GP surgery, NHS 111 or hospital specialist as soon as possible if your test result is positive.\nThey'll decide if you need a referral for an assessment for COVID-19 treatment or may carry out the assessment themselves.\nAs part of the assessment, you may be asked what other medicines you take or receive, including any vitamins and minerals, so it's important to have a list of these ready.\nIf you're eligible for treatment, it's important to start the treatment as soon as you can. Treatments for COVID-19 need to be given quickly after your symptoms start to be effective.\nIf you’re prescribed capsules or tablets, the medicine can be collected on your behalf by someone else, such as a friend or relative. You’ll be advised where the medicine can be collected from. Alternatively, the NHS may be able to arrange for the medicine to be delivered to you.\nIf the treatment needs to be given as a drip in your arm (infusion), you'll usually get it at your local hospital or in a local health centre.\nYou'll get instructions on where to get the treatment and how to get there and back safely.\n4. If your test is negative, do a total of 3 tests over 3 days\nIf your test result is negative, but you still have symptoms of COVID-19, you need to do a total of 3 rapid lateral flow tests over 3 days.\nFor example, if you did your first test today, you should do a 2nd test tomorrow and a 3rd test the day after.\nIf any test result is positive, you can stop testing and call your GP surgery, NHS 111 or hospital specialist as soon as possible.\nHow to get COVID-19 treatment\nFind your ICB (local integrated care board) to access COVID treatments in your area\nGOV.UK: nirmatrelvir and ritonavir (Paxlovid) patient information leaflet\nGOV.UK: sotrovimab (Xevudy) patient information leaflet\nGOV.UK: molnupiravir (Lagevrio) patient information leaflet\nIf you need this information in easy read format, you can read it on the NHS England website\n.","attrs_markdown":"\n\n[Skip to main content](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/covid-19\/treatments-for-covid-19\/#maincontent)\n\n- [Health A to Z](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/health-a-to-z\/)\n- [NHS services](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/nhs-services\/)\n- [Healthy living](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/live-well\/)\n- [Mental health](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/mental-health\/)\n- [Care and support](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/social-care-and-support\/)\n- [Home](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/)\n- Browse More\n\n1. [Home](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/)\n2. [Health A to Z](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/health-a-to-z\/)\n3. [Conditions A to Z](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/)\n4. [COVID-19](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/covid-19\/)\n\n[Back to COVID-19](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/covid-19\/)\n\n# Treatments for COVID-19\nThe NHS offers treatment to people with COVID-19 who are at the highest risk of becoming seriously ill.\n\nYou're eligible for a COVID-19 treatment assessment, without being admitted to hospital, if all the following apply:\n\n- you're at highest risk of getting seriously ill from COVID-19\n- you're aged 12 or over\n- you have symptoms of COVID-19\n- you have tested positive for COVID-19\n\nShow people at highest risk\n\nYou may be at highest risk of getting seriously ill from COVID-19 if you:\n\n- have Down's syndrome, or another chromosomal condition that affects your immune system\n- have certain types of cancer, or had treatment for certain types of cancer\n- have sickle cell disease\n- have certain conditions affecting your blood, including some types of blood cancer\n- have chronic kidney disease (CKD) stage 4 or 5, including people on dialysis\n- have severe liver disease\n- have had an organ transplant\n- have certain autoimmune or inflammatory conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis or inflammatory bowel disease\n- have HIV or AIDS and have a weakened immune system\n- have a condition affecting your immune system\n- have a condition affecting the brain or nervous system, such as multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, motor neurone disease, myasthenia gravis, Huntington's disease, Parkinson's disease or certain types of dementia\n- have certain lung conditions or treatments for lung conditions\n\nThis list is a summary and does not cover everything.\n\nIf you're unsure if you are eligible, speak to your GP or hospital specialist who can advise you.\n\n[Find out more about people at the highest risk who are eligible for COVID-19 treatment on the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) website](https:\/\/www.nice.org.uk\/guidance\/ta878\/chapter\/5-Supporting-information-on-risk-factors-for-progression-to-severe-COVID-19)\n\n## Who can have COVID-19 treatment\nThe treatments available for people at the highest risk of becoming seriously ill from COVID-19 are:\n\n- nirmatrelvir plus ritonavir (Paxlovid)\n- sotrovimab (Xevudy)\n- molnupiravir (Lagevrio)\n\nNirmatrelvir plus ritonavir, and molnupiravir are antiviral medicines.\n\nWhen being assessed for treatment, a doctor will advise which treatment is most suitable for you.\n\nSome treatments come as capsules or tablets that you swallow. Others are given to you through a drip in your arm (infusion), usually in a hospital or local health centre.\n\nThese treatments can help some people manage their COVID-19 symptoms and reduce the risk of becoming seriously ill.\n\nInformation:\n\nIf you need to go into hospital for COVID-19, you may get other treatments.\n\n## Treatments for COVID-19\nLocal NHS organisations are responsible for arranging COVID-19 treatments. The way you get treatment will depend on where you live.\n\nYour [local integrated care board (ICB)](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/nhs-services\/find-your-local-integrated-care-board\/) or GP surgery can give you more information.\n\nIf you think you're in the highest risk group and need to access COVID-19 treatment, follow these steps to be considered for a referral.\n\n### 1\\. Keep rapid lateral flow tests at home\nIf you're eligible for COVID-19 treatment, you should keep rapid lateral flow tests at home.\n\nYou may be able to pick up free rapid lateral flow test kits from your local pharmacy if you're eligible for COVID-19 treatment.\n\n[Find a pharmacy that offers free COVID-19 rapid lateral flow tests](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/nhs-services\/pharmacies\/find-a-pharmacy-that-offers-free-covid-19-rapid-lateral-flow-tests\/)\n\nThe pharmacy may ask you questions about your medical history to confirm you’re eligible for free tests. If you have a copy of a letter or email sent to you by the NHS that says you’re eligible for COVID-19 treatment, take this with you. A letter or email is not essential, but it will help the pharmacy to confirm you’re eligible for free tests more easily.\n\nSomeone else can collect free tests on your behalf, for example, a friend, relative or carer. If you do not have a friend, relative or carer who can collect your tests for you, you may be able to book a volunteer responder by calling [0808 196 3646](tel:08081963646).\n\nAnyone collecting free tests on your behalf needs to give the pharmacy your details, including your:\n\n- full name\n- address\n- date of birth\n- NHS number (if available)\n- medical condition(s) to confirm your eligibility\n\nThey should also bring any copies of letters or emails that have been sent to you by the NHS about COVID-19 treatments.\n\n### **2\\. Take a rapid lateral flow test if you get symptoms**\nIf you have any [symptoms of COVID-19](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/covid-19\/covid-19-symptoms-and-what-to-do\/), take a rapid lateral flow test as soon as possible, even if your symptoms are mild. Only take a test if you have symptoms.\n\nYou can also use tests you've paid for, for example, a test you've bought from a supermarket or pharmacy.\n\n### 3\\. If your test is positive, call your GP surgery, NHS 111 or hospital specialist\nCall your GP surgery, NHS 111 or hospital specialist as soon as possible if your test result is positive.\n\nThey'll decide if you need a referral for an assessment for COVID-19 treatment or may carry out the assessment themselves.\n\nAs part of the assessment, you may be asked what other medicines you take or receive, including any vitamins and minerals, so it's important to have a list of these ready.\n\nIf you're eligible for treatment, it's important to start the treatment as soon as you can. Treatments for COVID-19 need to be given quickly after your symptoms start to be effective.\n\nIf you’re prescribed capsules or tablets, the medicine can be collected on your behalf by someone else, such as a friend or relative. You’ll be advised where the medicine can be collected from. Alternatively, the NHS may be able to arrange for the medicine to be delivered to you.\n\nIf the treatment needs to be given as a drip in your arm (infusion), you'll usually get it at your local hospital or in a local health centre.\n\nYou'll get instructions on where to get the treatment and how to get there and back safely.\n\n### 4\\. If your test is negative, do a total of 3 tests over 3 days\nIf your test result is negative, but you still have symptoms of COVID-19, you need to do a total of 3 rapid lateral flow tests over 3 days.\n\nFor example, if you did your first test today, you should do a 2nd test tomorrow and a 3rd test the day after.\n\nIf any test result is positive, you can stop testing and call your GP surgery, NHS 111 or hospital specialist as soon as possible.\n\n## How to get COVID-19 treatment\n- [Find your ICB (local integrated care board) to access COVID treatments in your area](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/nhs-services\/find-your-local-integrated-care-board\/)\n- [GOV.UK: nirmatrelvir and ritonavir (Paxlovid) patient information leaflet](https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/publications\/covid-19-antiviral-treatment-paxlovid)\n- [GOV.UK: sotrovimab (Xevudy) patient information leaflet](https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/publications\/regulatory-approval-of-xevudy-sotrovimab\/patient-information-leaflet-for-xevudy)\n- [GOV.UK: molnupiravir (Lagevrio) patient information leaflet](https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/publications\/covid-19-antiviral-treatment-molnupiravir)\n\n[If you need this information in easy read format, you can read it on the NHS England website](https:\/\/www.england.nhs.uk\/publication\/treatments-for-covid-19-easy-read\/).\n\n## More in [COVID-19](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/covid-19\/)\n- [Symptoms and what to do](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/covid-19\/covid-19-symptoms-and-what-to-do\/)\n- [How to avoid catching and spreading](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/covid-19\/how-to-avoid-catching-and-spreading-covid-19\/)\n- Treatments\n\nPage last reviewed: 21 March 2023   \n Next review due: 21 March 2026\n\n## Support links\n- [Home](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/)\n- [Health A to Z](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/health-a-to-z\/)\n- [NHS services](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/nhs-services\/)\n- [Healthy living](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/live-well\/)\n- [Mental health](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/mental-health\/)\n- [Care and support](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/social-care-and-support\/)\n- [COVID-19](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/covid-19\/)\n\n- [NHS App](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/nhs-app\/)\n- [Find my NHS number](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/nhs-services\/online-services\/find-nhs-number\/)\n- [View your GP health record](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/nhs-services\/gps\/view-your-gp-health-record\/)\n- [View your test results](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/nhs-services\/online-services\/view-your-test-results\/)\n- [About the NHS](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/using-the-nhs\/about-the-nhs\/)\n- [Healthcare abroad](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/using-the-nhs\/healthcare-abroad\/)\n\n- [Other NHS websites](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/nhs-sites\/)\n- [Profile editor login](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/our-policies\/profile-editor-login\/)\n\n- [About us](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/about-us\/)\n- [Report an issue with the NHS website](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/report-an-issue-with-the-nhs-website)\n- [Accessibility statement](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/accessibility-statement\/)\n- [Our policies](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/our-policies\/)\n- [Cookies](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/our-policies\/choose-your-cookie-settings\/)\n\n© Crown copyright","attrs_readable_markdown":"The NHS offers treatment to people with COVID-19 who are at the highest risk of becoming seriously ill.\n\nYou're eligible for a COVID-19 treatment assessment, without being admitted to hospital, if all the following apply:\n\n- you're at highest risk of getting seriously ill from COVID-19\n- you're aged 12 or over\n- you have symptoms of COVID-19\n- you have tested positive for COVID-19\n\nShow people at highest risk\n\nYou may be at highest risk of getting seriously ill from COVID-19 if you:\n\n- have Down's syndrome, or another chromosomal condition that affects your immune system\n- have certain types of cancer, or had treatment for certain types of cancer\n- have sickle cell disease\n- have certain conditions affecting your blood, including some types of blood cancer\n- have chronic kidney disease (CKD) stage 4 or 5, including people on dialysis\n- have severe liver disease\n- have had an organ transplant\n- have certain autoimmune or inflammatory conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis or inflammatory bowel disease\n- have HIV or AIDS and have a weakened immune system\n- have a condition affecting your immune system\n- have a condition affecting the brain or nervous system, such as multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, motor neurone disease, myasthenia gravis, Huntington's disease, Parkinson's disease or certain types of dementia\n- have certain lung conditions or treatments for lung conditions\n\nThis list is a summary and does not cover everything.\n\nIf you're unsure if you are eligible, speak to your GP or hospital specialist who can advise you.\n\n[Find out more about people at the highest risk who are eligible for COVID-19 treatment on the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) website](https:\/\/www.nice.org.uk\/guidance\/ta878\/chapter\/5-Supporting-information-on-risk-factors-for-progression-to-severe-COVID-19)\n\n## Who can have COVID-19 treatment\nThe treatments available for people at the highest risk of becoming seriously ill from COVID-19 are:\n\n- nirmatrelvir plus ritonavir (Paxlovid)\n- sotrovimab (Xevudy)\n- molnupiravir (Lagevrio)\n\nNirmatrelvir plus ritonavir, and molnupiravir are antiviral medicines.\n\nWhen being assessed for treatment, a doctor will advise which treatment is most suitable for you.\n\nSome treatments come as capsules or tablets that you swallow. Others are given to you through a drip in your arm (infusion), usually in a hospital or local health centre.\n\nThese treatments can help some people manage their COVID-19 symptoms and reduce the risk of becoming seriously ill.\n\nInformation:\n\nIf you need to go into hospital for COVID-19, you may get other treatments.\n\n## Treatments for COVID-19\nLocal NHS organisations are responsible for arranging COVID-19 treatments. The way you get treatment will depend on where you live.\n\nYour [local integrated care board (ICB)](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/nhs-services\/find-your-local-integrated-care-board\/) or GP surgery can give you more information.\n\nIf you think you're in the highest risk group and need to access COVID-19 treatment, follow these steps to be considered for a referral.\n\n### 1\\. Keep rapid lateral flow tests at home\nIf you're eligible for COVID-19 treatment, you should keep rapid lateral flow tests at home.\n\nYou may be able to pick up free rapid lateral flow test kits from your local pharmacy if you're eligible for COVID-19 treatment.\n\n[Find a pharmacy that offers free COVID-19 rapid lateral flow tests](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/nhs-services\/pharmacies\/find-a-pharmacy-that-offers-free-covid-19-rapid-lateral-flow-tests\/)\n\nThe pharmacy may ask you questions about your medical history to confirm you’re eligible for free tests. If you have a copy of a letter or email sent to you by the NHS that says you’re eligible for COVID-19 treatment, take this with you. A letter or email is not essential, but it will help the pharmacy to confirm you’re eligible for free tests more easily.\n\nSomeone else can collect free tests on your behalf, for example, a friend, relative or carer. If you do not have a friend, relative or carer who can collect your tests for you, you may be able to book a volunteer responder by calling [0808 196 3646](tel:08081963646).\n\nAnyone collecting free tests on your behalf needs to give the pharmacy your details, including your:\n\n- full name\n- address\n- date of birth\n- NHS number (if available)\n- medical condition(s) to confirm your eligibility\n\nThey should also bring any copies of letters or emails that have been sent to you by the NHS about COVID-19 treatments.\n\n### **2\\. Take a rapid lateral flow test if you get symptoms**\nIf you have any [symptoms of COVID-19](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/covid-19\/covid-19-symptoms-and-what-to-do\/), take a rapid lateral flow test as soon as possible, even if your symptoms are mild. Only take a test if you have symptoms.\n\nYou can also use tests you've paid for, for example, a test you've bought from a supermarket or pharmacy.\n\n### 3\\. If your test is positive, call your GP surgery, NHS 111 or hospital specialist\nCall your GP surgery, NHS 111 or hospital specialist as soon as possible if your test result is positive.\n\nThey'll decide if you need a referral for an assessment for COVID-19 treatment or may carry out the assessment themselves.\n\nAs part of the assessment, you may be asked what other medicines you take or receive, including any vitamins and minerals, so it's important to have a list of these ready.\n\nIf you're eligible for treatment, it's important to start the treatment as soon as you can. Treatments for COVID-19 need to be given quickly after your symptoms start to be effective.\n\nIf you’re prescribed capsules or tablets, the medicine can be collected on your behalf by someone else, such as a friend or relative. You’ll be advised where the medicine can be collected from. Alternatively, the NHS may be able to arrange for the medicine to be delivered to you.\n\nIf the treatment needs to be given as a drip in your arm (infusion), you'll usually get it at your local hospital or in a local health centre.\n\nYou'll get instructions on where to get the treatment and how to get there and back safely.\n\n### 4\\. If your test is negative, do a total of 3 tests over 3 days\nIf your test result is negative, but you still have symptoms of COVID-19, you need to do a total of 3 rapid lateral flow tests over 3 days.\n\nFor example, if you did your first test today, you should do a 2nd test tomorrow and a 3rd test the day after.\n\nIf any test result is positive, you can stop testing and call your GP surgery, NHS 111 or hospital specialist as soon as possible.\n\n## How to get COVID-19 treatment\n- [Find your ICB (local integrated care board) to access COVID treatments in your area](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/nhs-services\/find-your-local-integrated-care-board\/)\n- [GOV.UK: nirmatrelvir and ritonavir (Paxlovid) patient information leaflet](https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/publications\/covid-19-antiviral-treatment-paxlovid)\n- [GOV.UK: sotrovimab (Xevudy) patient information leaflet](https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/publications\/regulatory-approval-of-xevudy-sotrovimab\/patient-information-leaflet-for-xevudy)\n- [GOV.UK: molnupiravir (Lagevrio) patient information leaflet](https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/publications\/covid-19-antiviral-treatment-molnupiravir)\n\n[If you need this information in easy read format, you can read it on the NHS England website](https:\/\/www.england.nhs.uk\/publication\/treatments-for-covid-19-easy-read\/).","meta_canonical":null}

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Boilerpipe Text	The NHS offers treatment to people with COVID-19 who are at the highest risk of becoming seriously ill. You're eligible for a COVID-19 treatment assessment, without being admitted to hospital, if all the following apply: you're at highest risk of getting seriously ill from COVID-19 you're aged 12 or over you have symptoms of COVID-19 you have tested positive for COVID-19 Show people at highest risk You may be at highest risk of getting seriously ill from COVID-19 if you: have Down's syndrome, or another chromosomal condition that affects your immune system have certain types of cancer, or had treatment for certain types of cancer have sickle cell disease have certain conditions affecting your blood, including some types of blood cancer have chronic kidney disease (CKD) stage 4 or 5, including people on dialysis have severe liver disease have had an organ transplant have certain autoimmune or inflammatory conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis or inflammatory bowel disease have HIV or AIDS and have a weakened immune system have a condition affecting your immune system have a condition affecting the brain or nervous system, such as multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, motor neurone disease, myasthenia gravis, Huntington's disease, Parkinson's disease or certain types of dementia have certain lung conditions or treatments for lung conditions This list is a summary and does not cover everything. If you're unsure if you are eligible, speak to your GP or hospital specialist who can advise you. Find out more about people at the highest risk who are eligible for COVID-19 treatment on the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) website Who can have COVID-19 treatment The treatments available for people at the highest risk of becoming seriously ill from COVID-19 are: nirmatrelvir plus ritonavir (Paxlovid) sotrovimab (Xevudy) molnupiravir (Lagevrio) Nirmatrelvir plus ritonavir, and molnupiravir are antiviral medicines. When being assessed for treatment, a doctor will advise which treatment is most suitable for you. Some treatments come as capsules or tablets that you swallow. Others are given to you through a drip in your arm (infusion), usually in a hospital or local health centre. These treatments can help some people manage their COVID-19 symptoms and reduce the risk of becoming seriously ill. Information: If you need to go into hospital for COVID-19, you may get other treatments. Treatments for COVID-19 Local NHS organisations are responsible for arranging COVID-19 treatments. The way you get treatment will depend on where you live. Your local integrated care board (ICB) or GP surgery can give you more information. If you think you're in the highest risk group and need to access COVID-19 treatment, follow these steps to be considered for a referral. 1. Keep rapid lateral flow tests at home If you're eligible for COVID-19 treatment, you should keep rapid lateral flow tests at home. You may be able to pick up free rapid lateral flow test kits from your local pharmacy if you're eligible for COVID-19 treatment. Find a pharmacy that offers free COVID-19 rapid lateral flow tests The pharmacy may ask you questions about your medical history to confirm you’re eligible for free tests. If you have a copy of a letter or email sent to you by the NHS that says you’re eligible for COVID-19 treatment, take this with you. A letter or email is not essential, but it will help the pharmacy to confirm you’re eligible for free tests more easily. Someone else can collect free tests on your behalf, for example, a friend, relative or carer. If you do not have a friend, relative or carer who can collect your tests for you, you may be able to book a volunteer responder by calling 0808 196 3646 . Anyone collecting free tests on your behalf needs to give the pharmacy your details, including your: full name address date of birth NHS number (if available) medical condition(s) to confirm your eligibility They should also bring any copies of letters or emails that have been sent to you by the NHS about COVID-19 treatments. 2. Take a rapid lateral flow test if you get symptoms If you have any symptoms of COVID-19 , take a rapid lateral flow test as soon as possible, even if your symptoms are mild. Only take a test if you have symptoms. You can also use tests you've paid for, for example, a test you've bought from a supermarket or pharmacy. 3. If your test is positive, call your GP surgery, NHS 111 or hospital specialist Call your GP surgery, NHS 111 or hospital specialist as soon as possible if your test result is positive. They'll decide if you need a referral for an assessment for COVID-19 treatment or may carry out the assessment themselves. As part of the assessment, you may be asked what other medicines you take or receive, including any vitamins and minerals, so it's important to have a list of these ready. If you're eligible for treatment, it's important to start the treatment as soon as you can. Treatments for COVID-19 need to be given quickly after your symptoms start to be effective. If you’re prescribed capsules or tablets, the medicine can be collected on your behalf by someone else, such as a friend or relative. You’ll be advised where the medicine can be collected from. Alternatively, the NHS may be able to arrange for the medicine to be delivered to you. If the treatment needs to be given as a drip in your arm (infusion), you'll usually get it at your local hospital or in a local health centre. You'll get instructions on where to get the treatment and how to get there and back safely. 4. If your test is negative, do a total of 3 tests over 3 days If your test result is negative, but you still have symptoms of COVID-19, you need to do a total of 3 rapid lateral flow tests over 3 days. For example, if you did your first test today, you should do a 2nd test tomorrow and a 3rd test the day after. If any test result is positive, you can stop testing and call your GP surgery, NHS 111 or hospital specialist as soon as possible. How to get COVID-19 treatment Find your ICB (local integrated care board) to access COVID treatments in your area GOV.UK: nirmatrelvir and ritonavir (Paxlovid) patient information leaflet GOV.UK: sotrovimab (Xevudy) patient information leaflet GOV.UK: molnupiravir (Lagevrio) patient information leaflet If you need this information in easy read format, you can read it on the NHS England website .
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You're eligible for a COVID-19 treatment assessment, without being admitted to hospital, if all the following apply: - you're at highest risk of getting seriously ill from COVID-19 - you're aged 12 or over - you have symptoms of COVID-19 - you have tested positive for COVID-19 Show people at highest risk You may be at highest risk of getting seriously ill from COVID-19 if you: - have Down's syndrome, or another chromosomal condition that affects your immune system - have certain types of cancer, or had treatment for certain types of cancer - have sickle cell disease - have certain conditions affecting your blood, including some types of blood cancer - have chronic kidney disease (CKD) stage 4 or 5, including people on dialysis - have severe liver disease - have had an organ transplant - have certain autoimmune or inflammatory conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis or inflammatory bowel disease - have HIV or AIDS and have a weakened immune system - have a condition affecting your immune system - have a condition affecting the brain or nervous system, such as multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, motor neurone disease, myasthenia gravis, Huntington's disease, Parkinson's disease or certain types of dementia - have certain lung conditions or treatments for lung conditions This list is a summary and does not cover everything. If you're unsure if you are eligible, speak to your GP or hospital specialist who can advise you. [Find out more about people at the highest risk who are eligible for COVID-19 treatment on the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) website](https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ta878/chapter/5-Supporting-information-on-risk-factors-for-progression-to-severe-COVID-19) ## Who can have COVID-19 treatment The treatments available for people at the highest risk of becoming seriously ill from COVID-19 are: - nirmatrelvir plus ritonavir (Paxlovid) - sotrovimab (Xevudy) - molnupiravir (Lagevrio) Nirmatrelvir plus ritonavir, and molnupiravir are antiviral medicines. When being assessed for treatment, a doctor will advise which treatment is most suitable for you. Some treatments come as capsules or tablets that you swallow. Others are given to you through a drip in your arm (infusion), usually in a hospital or local health centre. These treatments can help some people manage their COVID-19 symptoms and reduce the risk of becoming seriously ill. Information: If you need to go into hospital for COVID-19, you may get other treatments. ## Treatments for COVID-19 Local NHS organisations are responsible for arranging COVID-19 treatments. The way you get treatment will depend on where you live. Your [local integrated care board (ICB)](https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/find-your-local-integrated-care-board/) or GP surgery can give you more information. If you think you're in the highest risk group and need to access COVID-19 treatment, follow these steps to be considered for a referral. ### 1\. Keep rapid lateral flow tests at home If you're eligible for COVID-19 treatment, you should keep rapid lateral flow tests at home. You may be able to pick up free rapid lateral flow test kits from your local pharmacy if you're eligible for COVID-19 treatment. [Find a pharmacy that offers free COVID-19 rapid lateral flow tests](https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/pharmacies/find-a-pharmacy-that-offers-free-covid-19-rapid-lateral-flow-tests/) The pharmacy may ask you questions about your medical history to confirm you’re eligible for free tests. If you have a copy of a letter or email sent to you by the NHS that says you’re eligible for COVID-19 treatment, take this with you. A letter or email is not essential, but it will help the pharmacy to confirm you’re eligible for free tests more easily. Someone else can collect free tests on your behalf, for example, a friend, relative or carer. If you do not have a friend, relative or carer who can collect your tests for you, you may be able to book a volunteer responder by calling [0808 196 3646](tel:08081963646). Anyone collecting free tests on your behalf needs to give the pharmacy your details, including your: - full name - address - date of birth - NHS number (if available) - medical condition(s) to confirm your eligibility They should also bring any copies of letters or emails that have been sent to you by the NHS about COVID-19 treatments. ### 2\. Take a rapid lateral flow test if you get symptoms If you have any [symptoms of COVID-19](https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/covid-19/covid-19-symptoms-and-what-to-do/), take a rapid lateral flow test as soon as possible, even if your symptoms are mild. Only take a test if you have symptoms. You can also use tests you've paid for, for example, a test you've bought from a supermarket or pharmacy. ### 3\. If your test is positive, call your GP surgery, NHS 111 or hospital specialist Call your GP surgery, NHS 111 or hospital specialist as soon as possible if your test result is positive. They'll decide if you need a referral for an assessment for COVID-19 treatment or may carry out the assessment themselves. As part of the assessment, you may be asked what other medicines you take or receive, including any vitamins and minerals, so it's important to have a list of these ready. If you're eligible for treatment, it's important to start the treatment as soon as you can. Treatments for COVID-19 need to be given quickly after your symptoms start to be effective. If you’re prescribed capsules or tablets, the medicine can be collected on your behalf by someone else, such as a friend or relative. You’ll be advised where the medicine can be collected from. Alternatively, the NHS may be able to arrange for the medicine to be delivered to you. If the treatment needs to be given as a drip in your arm (infusion), you'll usually get it at your local hospital or in a local health centre. You'll get instructions on where to get the treatment and how to get there and back safely. ### 4\. If your test is negative, do a total of 3 tests over 3 days If your test result is negative, but you still have symptoms of COVID-19, you need to do a total of 3 rapid lateral flow tests over 3 days. For example, if you did your first test today, you should do a 2nd test tomorrow and a 3rd test the day after. If any test result is positive, you can stop testing and call your GP surgery, NHS 111 or hospital specialist as soon as possible. ## How to get COVID-19 treatment - [Find your ICB (local integrated care board) to access COVID treatments in your area](https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/find-your-local-integrated-care-board/) - [GOV.UK: nirmatrelvir and ritonavir (Paxlovid) patient information leaflet](https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-antiviral-treatment-paxlovid) - [GOV.UK: sotrovimab (Xevudy) patient information leaflet](https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/regulatory-approval-of-xevudy-sotrovimab/patient-information-leaflet-for-xevudy) - [GOV.UK: molnupiravir (Lagevrio) patient information leaflet](https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-antiviral-treatment-molnupiravir) [If you need this information in easy read format, you can read it on the NHS England website](https://www.england.nhs.uk/publication/treatments-for-covid-19-easy-read/). ## More in [COVID-19](https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/covid-19/) - [Symptoms and what to do](https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/covid-19/covid-19-symptoms-and-what-to-do/) - [How to avoid catching and spreading](https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/covid-19/how-to-avoid-catching-and-spreading-covid-19/) - Treatments Page last reviewed: 21 March 2023 Next review due: 21 March 2026 ## Support links - [Home](https://www.nhs.uk/) - [Health A to Z](https://www.nhs.uk/health-a-to-z/) - [NHS services](https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/) - [Healthy living](https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/) - [Mental health](https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/) - [Care and support](https://www.nhs.uk/social-care-and-support/) - [COVID-19](https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/covid-19/) - [NHS App](https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/) - [Find my NHS number](https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/online-services/find-nhs-number/) - [View your GP health record](https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/gps/view-your-gp-health-record/) - [View your test results](https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/online-services/view-your-test-results/) - [About the NHS](https://www.nhs.uk/using-the-nhs/about-the-nhs/) - [Healthcare abroad](https://www.nhs.uk/using-the-nhs/healthcare-abroad/) - [Other NHS websites](https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-sites/) - [Profile editor login](https://www.nhs.uk/our-policies/profile-editor-login/) - [About us](https://www.nhs.uk/about-us/) - [Report an issue with the NHS website](https://www.nhs.uk/report-an-issue-with-the-nhs-website) - [Accessibility statement](https://www.nhs.uk/accessibility-statement/) - [Our policies](https://www.nhs.uk/our-policies/) - [Cookies](https://www.nhs.uk/our-policies/choose-your-cookie-settings/) © Crown copyright
Readable Markdown	The NHS offers treatment to people with COVID-19 who are at the highest risk of becoming seriously ill. You're eligible for a COVID-19 treatment assessment, without being admitted to hospital, if all the following apply: - you're at highest risk of getting seriously ill from COVID-19 - you're aged 12 or over - you have symptoms of COVID-19 - you have tested positive for COVID-19 Show people at highest risk You may be at highest risk of getting seriously ill from COVID-19 if you: - have Down's syndrome, or another chromosomal condition that affects your immune system - have certain types of cancer, or had treatment for certain types of cancer - have sickle cell disease - have certain conditions affecting your blood, including some types of blood cancer - have chronic kidney disease (CKD) stage 4 or 5, including people on dialysis - have severe liver disease - have had an organ transplant - have certain autoimmune or inflammatory conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis or inflammatory bowel disease - have HIV or AIDS and have a weakened immune system - have a condition affecting your immune system - have a condition affecting the brain or nervous system, such as multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, motor neurone disease, myasthenia gravis, Huntington's disease, Parkinson's disease or certain types of dementia - have certain lung conditions or treatments for lung conditions This list is a summary and does not cover everything. If you're unsure if you are eligible, speak to your GP or hospital specialist who can advise you. [Find out more about people at the highest risk who are eligible for COVID-19 treatment on the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) website](https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ta878/chapter/5-Supporting-information-on-risk-factors-for-progression-to-severe-COVID-19) ## Who can have COVID-19 treatment The treatments available for people at the highest risk of becoming seriously ill from COVID-19 are: - nirmatrelvir plus ritonavir (Paxlovid) - sotrovimab (Xevudy) - molnupiravir (Lagevrio) Nirmatrelvir plus ritonavir, and molnupiravir are antiviral medicines. When being assessed for treatment, a doctor will advise which treatment is most suitable for you. Some treatments come as capsules or tablets that you swallow. Others are given to you through a drip in your arm (infusion), usually in a hospital or local health centre. These treatments can help some people manage their COVID-19 symptoms and reduce the risk of becoming seriously ill. Information: If you need to go into hospital for COVID-19, you may get other treatments. ## Treatments for COVID-19 Local NHS organisations are responsible for arranging COVID-19 treatments. The way you get treatment will depend on where you live. Your [local integrated care board (ICB)](https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/find-your-local-integrated-care-board/) or GP surgery can give you more information. If you think you're in the highest risk group and need to access COVID-19 treatment, follow these steps to be considered for a referral. ### 1\. Keep rapid lateral flow tests at home If you're eligible for COVID-19 treatment, you should keep rapid lateral flow tests at home. You may be able to pick up free rapid lateral flow test kits from your local pharmacy if you're eligible for COVID-19 treatment. [Find a pharmacy that offers free COVID-19 rapid lateral flow tests](https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/pharmacies/find-a-pharmacy-that-offers-free-covid-19-rapid-lateral-flow-tests/) The pharmacy may ask you questions about your medical history to confirm you’re eligible for free tests. If you have a copy of a letter or email sent to you by the NHS that says you’re eligible for COVID-19 treatment, take this with you. A letter or email is not essential, but it will help the pharmacy to confirm you’re eligible for free tests more easily. Someone else can collect free tests on your behalf, for example, a friend, relative or carer. If you do not have a friend, relative or carer who can collect your tests for you, you may be able to book a volunteer responder by calling [0808 196 3646](tel:08081963646). Anyone collecting free tests on your behalf needs to give the pharmacy your details, including your: - full name - address - date of birth - NHS number (if available) - medical condition(s) to confirm your eligibility They should also bring any copies of letters or emails that have been sent to you by the NHS about COVID-19 treatments. ### 2\. Take a rapid lateral flow test if you get symptoms If you have any [symptoms of COVID-19](https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/covid-19/covid-19-symptoms-and-what-to-do/), take a rapid lateral flow test as soon as possible, even if your symptoms are mild. Only take a test if you have symptoms. You can also use tests you've paid for, for example, a test you've bought from a supermarket or pharmacy. ### 3\. If your test is positive, call your GP surgery, NHS 111 or hospital specialist Call your GP surgery, NHS 111 or hospital specialist as soon as possible if your test result is positive. They'll decide if you need a referral for an assessment for COVID-19 treatment or may carry out the assessment themselves. As part of the assessment, you may be asked what other medicines you take or receive, including any vitamins and minerals, so it's important to have a list of these ready. If you're eligible for treatment, it's important to start the treatment as soon as you can. Treatments for COVID-19 need to be given quickly after your symptoms start to be effective. If you’re prescribed capsules or tablets, the medicine can be collected on your behalf by someone else, such as a friend or relative. You’ll be advised where the medicine can be collected from. Alternatively, the NHS may be able to arrange for the medicine to be delivered to you. If the treatment needs to be given as a drip in your arm (infusion), you'll usually get it at your local hospital or in a local health centre. You'll get instructions on where to get the treatment and how to get there and back safely. ### 4\. If your test is negative, do a total of 3 tests over 3 days If your test result is negative, but you still have symptoms of COVID-19, you need to do a total of 3 rapid lateral flow tests over 3 days. For example, if you did your first test today, you should do a 2nd test tomorrow and a 3rd test the day after. If any test result is positive, you can stop testing and call your GP surgery, NHS 111 or hospital specialist as soon as possible. ## How to get COVID-19 treatment - [Find your ICB (local integrated care board) to access COVID treatments in your area](https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/find-your-local-integrated-care-board/) - [GOV.UK: nirmatrelvir and ritonavir (Paxlovid) patient information leaflet](https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-antiviral-treatment-paxlovid) - [GOV.UK: sotrovimab (Xevudy) patient information leaflet](https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/regulatory-approval-of-xevudy-sotrovimab/patient-information-leaflet-for-xevudy) - [GOV.UK: molnupiravir (Lagevrio) patient information leaflet](https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-antiviral-treatment-molnupiravir) [If you need this information in easy read format, you can read it on the NHS England website](https://www.england.nhs.uk/publication/treatments-for-covid-19-easy-read/).
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