2-DG controls COVID-19?
The DRDO-developed 2 DG drug spreads through the body like glucose. It reaches the virus-infected cells and prevents virus growth by stopping viral synthesis and destroys the protein's energy production. The drug also works on virus infection spread into lungs, which helps decrease patient's dependability on oxygen.
How will 2-DG be manufactured?
The DRDO stated that the 2-deoxy-D-glucose (2-DG) drug can easily be produced in India and made available in plenty as it is a generic molecule and analogue of glucose.
How can 2-DG be consumed?
The anti-COVID drug 2-DG has been developed in powder form and is ingested orally by dissolving it in water. As per Dr Sudhir Chandna, DRDO Project Director and Scientist of 2-DG, it can be consumed twice a day. A patient may have to take this drug twice a day for about five to seven days. However, it should be consumed only on the advice of a doctor.
What's the price of 2-DG?
The final price of 2-DG has not been finalised as yet. It will be determined by the DRDO partner Dr Reddy's, which is manufacturing the medicine. It is, however, believed to be a cheap drug.
Published by Faisal sir Blogs 18 May 21
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