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Sir, I have an information about corona virus. I want to know that is it write? Information was that: corona virus is member of influenza virus family which is considered as a mutuant form of influenza virus. It was also came in china in2003, feb 26th. And cure was written: in at that time ,be recommended for prophylaxis or treatment. Ribavirin with some corticosteroid is found effective and also chosen as the antiviral agent. Methylprednisolone in the form of pulse therapy is effective. In the book of true men's bulge book of 11th in breathing and exchange of gases unit 5page no 73.
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Query received after 3 months. Present fever etc is due to virus named now as Covid19 and not earlier mentioned Corona in books. Research Scietntists are working on proper effective treatment. including what is mentioned by you . Many clinical trials are going on side by side. About 50% patients are recovering due to immunity. For others ICMR sends the guideline to Covid Hospitals . I think all these things are beyond common man.
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