The value of interferon therapy for COVID-19 in children

oleh: L. N. Mazankova, S. G. Gorbunov, E. R. Samitova

Format: Article
Diterbitkan: LLC "Diagnostics and Vaccines" 2021-04-01

Deskripsi

The article presents a literature review, which provides data on the role of interferons in the immunopathogenesis of COVID-19 and the clinical efficacy of drugs based on recombinant interferon-alpha 2b in the treatment of children with new coronavirus infection. Shown the leading role ofinterferons as factors of the first line of defense against various viruses, including SARS-CoV-2. Numerous studies have proven the feasibility of including interferon preparations in COVID-19 therapyregimens in children, both as combinations with antiviral agents and as monotherapy.