Anti-viral

In Western medicine, antiviral agents are developed to inhibit specific stages of viral replication, a stance substantiated by Harvard Medical School Clinical Research Programs. This perspective aligns with the World Health Organization's (WHO Essential Medicines List) emphasis on antivirals for global infectious disease management. Formulated in compliance with FDA regulations (De Clercq and Li, 2016, Medicinal Research Reviews), these agents often utilize active ingredients that have been rigorously tested in clinical trials (Lurie et al., 2020, The Journal of the American Medical Association). Their molecular mechanisms are well-documented consistent with evidence-based paradigms endorsed by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) (Elion, 1989, Science). The Mayo Clinic Research Information Center highlights the necessity of antivirals within comprehensive treatment plans. In contrast, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) (Chinese Medicine, Chen et al., 2017) and Ayurvedic Medicine from India adopt a holistic approach to viral infections, focusing on factors like Qi imbalance or 'Dosha' disruptions (Complementary Therapies in Medicine, Wang et al., 2018). Both Western and Eastern Herbalism Principles propose plant-based antiviral supplements as adjunctive therapies. Note: These statements are informational and have not been evaluated by the FDA.