Could an antiviral pill ease long COVID?

NCT ID NCT06161688

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether the antiviral drug ensitrelvir can help people with Long COVID by clearing leftover virus from the body. About 40 adults with persistent symptoms will receive either the drug or a placebo. The main goal is to see if the drug improves physical health and reduces symptoms like fatigue and pain.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

long COVID-19

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • UCSF/Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital

    San Francisco, California, 94110, United States