Coronavirus FAQ: I took Paxlovid. I felt better. Then symptoms rebounded. What's up?
The antiviral drug is prescribed to those at risk of severe disease. It's been credited with reducing hospitalizations. But then there's the "Paxlovid rebound."
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I took the anti-COVID drug Paxlovid, my symptoms diminished — and then they returned. Is this common? Worrisome?
That's the so-called "Paxlovid rebound." And here's a first-person testimonial from NPR science correspondent Joe Palca, who's a rebounder.
"I started having COVID symptoms on Saturday, May 6. Persistent cough. On Sunday symptoms got much worse. That day I had a negative rapid test. I also dropped
