Effects of Basic Amino Acids and Their Derivatives on SARS-CoV-2 and Influenza-A Virus Infection The effects of arginine and lysine on infection of SARS-CoV-2 and influenza A virus: "lysine and its ester derivative can efficiently block infection of both viruses in vitro. Furthermore, the arginine ester derivative caused a significant boost in virus infection."
20-week study of multi-component over-the-counter “core formulation” regimen used in a multiply exposed, high risk population: "The OTC core supplementation formulations used include zinc and zinc ionophores; vitamins C, D3 and E; and l-lysine."
Possibly relevant re: increased DVT post-Covid infection. Hat-tip @reverseyourmind
"A combination of pycnogenol, and nattokinase, is proving effective for preventing deep vein thrombosis and leg edema during prolonged air travel."
"But experts say people who have had COVID-19 should be aware of these potential risks:
Heart disease and stroke
A study published in Nature Medicine in February concluded the risk of heart problems one year after COVID-19 infection is 'substantial.'"
"Paxlovid is contraindicated with drugs that are highly dependent on CYP3A for clearance and for which elevated concentrations are associated with serious and/or life-threatening reactions"
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Monitor your blood 02 even in "mild" case: Normal blood oxygen: 95% - 100% Below 92%: cause for concern.
"Incredibly, people with 'happy hypoxia' sometimes even have blood oxygen levels so low as to be 'incompatible with life' but feel no ill effects."
Talked to an extended family member tonight whose immediate family got over Covid last week. 4 of them were sick, but they wore N95S inside and used ventilation and air filtration.
Their 93 year old mother didn't catch it.
MASKS WORK.
THEY WORK.
Existing drugs kill SARS-CoV-2 in cells Could the next therapy for COVID-19 already be at your local pharmacy?