TheFood & Drug Administrationannounced Thursday it was approving the very first medication for the treatment of COVID-19.

FDA Commissioner Stephen M. Hahn, M.D.

Who can take remdesivir and under what circumstances?

Remdesivir

The approval covers adults and children 12 years and older who weigh at least 88 pounds.

Only patients with a positive diagnosis for COVID-19 in a hospital setting can receive the drug.

patient at hospital