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    Monoclonal antibody treatment is for people who have or were recently exposed to COVID-19 and are not hospitalized. Treatment works by lowering the amount of virus and reducing symptoms to help avoid hospitalization, and is most effective when received soon after symptoms begin. Treatment involves intravenous infusion of lab-made antibodies that help the body fight COVID-19 while its own immune system starts making antibodies. Side effects may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or allergic reactions.

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    Monoclonal antibody treatment is for people who have or were recently exposed to COVID-19 and are not hospitalized. Treatment works by lowering the amount of virus and reducing symptoms to help avoid hospitalization, and is most effective when received soon after symptoms begin. Treatment involves intravenous infusion of lab-made antibodies that help the body fight COVID-19 while its own immune system starts making antibodies. Side effects may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or allergic reactions.

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    Monoclonal antibody treatment is for people who have or were recently exposed to COVID-19 and are not hospitalized. Treatment works by lowering the amount of virus and reducing symptoms to help avoid hospitalization, and is most effective when received soon after symptoms begin. Treatment involves intravenous infusion of lab-made antibodies that help the body fight COVID-19 while its own immune system starts making antibodies. Side effects may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or allergic reactions.

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    Monoclonal antibody treatment is for people who have or were recently exposed to COVID-19 and are not hospitalized. Treatment works by lowering the amount of virus and reducing symptoms to help avoid hospitalization, and is most effective when received soon after symptoms begin. Treatment involves intravenous infusion of lab-made antibodies that help the body fight COVID-19 while its own immune system starts making antibodies. Side effects may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or allergic reactions.

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    Monoclonal Antibody Treatment for COVID-19

    Monoclonal antibody treatment is for people who have COVID-19 or were recently exposed to
    someone who has COVID-19, and are not hospitalized. Treatment can lower the amount of virus
    in your body, reduce symptoms and help avoid hospitalization. Treatment works best when you
    get it soon after COVID-19 symptoms begin, so it is important to get tested right away.

    What is monoclonal antibody treatment? How is monoclonal antibody


    Monoclonal antibodies are made in a lab and treatment given?
    work similarly to antibodies your immune Treatment is usually given by intravenous (IV)
    system makes to fight infection. Monoclonal infusion and takes about an hour. Treatment can
    antibody treatment helps your body fight also be given by injection. Patients are observed
    COVID-19 while your immune system begins for an additional hour to make sure they do not
    to make its own antibodies. In clinical studies, have any immediate bad reactions.
    monoclonal antibody treatments were shown
    to be safe and effective. What are the side effects?
    Side effects may include:
    Who is eligible for monoclonal antibody
    •
    treatment?
    Treatment is authorized for people who
    • Nausea, vomiting or diarrhea
    meet all the following:
    Tested positive for COVID-19 • Itching, rash or hives

     Allergic reactions and other serious side effects


    are very rare. If you experience fever, trouble
     breathing, rapid or slow heart rate, tiredness,
    weakness, confusion, or other concerning
    symptoms, contact your provider right away.
     Call 911 or go to an emergency department if
    your symptoms become severe or worsen.

    Where can I get monoclonal antibody


    treatment?
    Call your provider right away if you
    test positive for COVID-19 to see if you
    are eligible for treatment and for help
    What if I was exposed to COVID-19 but
    finding a treatment site. You can also talk
    do not have symptoms?
    to an NYC Health + Hospitals doctor by visiting
    Monoclonal antibodies can lower your expresscare.nyc and clicking “Talk to a Doctor
    chance of getting sick after being exposed to Now,” or calling 212-COVID19 (212-268-4319).
    COVID-19. Talk to your health care provider For a list of monoclonal antibody treatment
    about treatment if you are at high risk for severe locations, visit hitesite.org/monoclonalantibody.
    illness and were in close contact with someone
    who has COVID-19.
    How much does monoclonal antibody Can I get a COVID-19 vaccine after
    treatment cost? receiving monoclonal antibody treatment?
    Treatment is covered by Medicaid and Medicare Yes, but you should wait 90 days after treatment
    plans at no cost. If you have private insurance, before getting vaccinated.
    check with the treating facility and your health
    plan about costs. NYC Health + Hospitals What if I have not been tested for COVID-19?
    provides treatment and care regardless of If you have symptoms, such as fever, cough,
    immigration status or ability to pay. shortness of breath, sore throat, headache,
    or loss of sense of taste or smell, or are
    Can I get monoclonal antibody treatment otherwise feeling unwell, get tested right away.
    if I received a COVID-19 vaccine? Visit nyc.gov/covidtest, text “COVID TEST”
    Yes. If you have symptoms of COVID-19 to 855-48 or call 311 to find a testing site
    and test positive, you can receive VACCINE
    near you.
    treatment.

    ?
    How can I learn more about monoclonal antibody treatment for COVID-19?
    Visit combatcovid.hhs.gov.

    For more information, visit nyc.gov/health/coronavirus or call 311.

    The NYC Health Department may change recommendations as the situation evolves. 8.20.21

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