Targeting mast cells could be beneficial to treat Covid-19 patients

[Mij]

New research uncovers the role of mast cells in Covid-19, and mast cell stabilizers could be efficient and safe in tackling the blockage of blood vessels.

https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/2...ould-be-beneficial-to-treat-covid-19-patients

 

[perchance dreamer]

One of my doctors is treating long covid patients with Ketotifen, which is a mast cell stabilizer and antihistamine.

 

[perchance dreamer]

I think the only way to get Ketotifen in the U.S. is from a compounding pharmacy. Two of my doctors are very mainstream, but they are still willing to prescribe a compounded prescription when that would be best for a situation.

The disadvantage of compounded prescriptions here is that most insurance companies won't cover them, so you have to pay without getting any help from insurance.