GPs Warn Against Pharmacists Push to Help Patients Access Antiviral COVID Treatments Over the Counter

Merck's antiviral pill against COVID-19 is seen in an undated photograph. Merck via AP

A push to allow access to COVID-19 treatments without a prescription could jeopardise patient safety, warns the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) warns.

There are two oral antivirals available in Australia, and while early treatment is critical to lessen the effects of the virus, access is restricted.