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Thailand’s newly developed Favipiravir syrup to be given to children, elderly from Friday

23 Sept 06:39 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand introduces a new Favipiravir syrup for COVID-19, developed by Chulabhorn Royal Academy and partners, available for free at Chulabhorn Hospital starting August 6th.
The sugar-free, flavored syrup is specifically for children, the elderly (70+), and individuals with swallowing difficulties, with a weekly limit of 100 patients requiring a prescription.
Patients must present a positive COVID-19 test result and a doctor's prescription to access the new medication.
The Ministry of Public Health plans to purchase 40 million Favipiravir tablets in September, indicating a broader national strategy for the antiviral drug.

Yesterday 16:06 Key points summarised by AI

Two suspected drug couriers were killed in a shootout with narcotics officers in Phetchaburi province.
Authorities seized approximately half a tonne of crystal methamphetamine, also known as Ice, during the operation.
The incident occurred on Tuesday night after officers tracked a network suspected of transporting large quantities of drugs to southern Thailand.
The suspects, identified as Chattharin and Rungarun, both 27, opened fire when confronted by officers, who returned fire, resulting in their deaths.