Categories: Uncategorized

LNJP begins monoclonal antibody treatment free of cost

Delhi’s Lok Nayak Jai Prakash Narayan Hospital (LNJP) ahad begun Monoclonal Antibody Cocktail used to treat mild to moderate “high risk” patients who are Covid positive, free of cost.

“We have received a Monoclonal Antibody Cocktail– a combination of Casirivimab and Imdevimab. We have started using it in LNJP hospital. Now we will be able to provide the latest medicines for the Covid-19 patients. These are the monoclonal antibodies and they are very useful,” said Dr Suresh Kumar, Managing Director, LNJP hospital”We will have first-time experience of these drug cocktails or antibody cocktails.

Earlier patients were going to the private hospitals to get this treatment, but now the government has made a provision and we are giving it in LNJP. We are giving it free of cost.”Roche India and Cipla had announced the launch of the Antibody Cocktail in India last week.

Priced at ₹59,750 for a dose, the therapy has been earlier introduced in private hospitals Fortis Escorts, Moolchand, Apollo, Sir Gangaram, and Max Hospital.

Medically Speaking Team

Recent Posts

Study Reveals: This Diet May Increase the Risk of Lung Cancer

In recent years, diet and lifestyle have been recognized as crucial factors influencing cancer risk.…

19 hours ago

The Future of Surgery: Will Robots Replace Surgeons?

Surgical advancements have evolved significantly over the decades, leading to improved precision, reduced recovery time,…

19 hours ago

Delhi Woman’s Death Sparks Medical Negligence Row

A tragic incident in northwest Delhi has sparked a medical negligence controversy after a 20-year-old…

20 hours ago

ASHA Nirogi Maharashtra: Empowering Health Workers with Digital Training

Maharashtra is set to witness a significant transformation in its public health sector with the…

20 hours ago

Breathing Trouble at Night? It Could Be Sleep Apnea

Sleep is essential for overall health, yet many people suffer from sleep disorders that disrupt…

21 hours ago

One Sleepless Night Can Weaken Your Immunity and Trigger Inflammation

Sleep is often regarded as a luxury in today’s fast-paced world, but scientific research continuously…

3 days ago