Can you stop Paxlovid after 5 doses? The side effects are terrible, so painful to go to the bathroom. Will anything bad happen if my wife stops taking it after 5 doses?
Can you stop Paxlovid after 5 doses? The side effects are terrible.
Question posted by Katpop711 on 2 Jan 2023
Last updated on 19 February 2024 by Drknh1
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Drknh1
20 Feb 2024
Any medical contact would tell you to discontinue the Paxlovid if you are experiencing the type of side effects that is being described.
I called my MD’s office and mentioned to the RN the difficulty I was experiencing. She said to stop the medication if that is happening.
Paxvobiscum
11 Feb 2023
I wish I had an answer to this but I feel the same way after three doses. I plan to call my doctor's office first thing in the morning for more information. Does your wife have a provider or clinic she can call for advice?
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