Side effects of antiviral drugs used in respiratory infections:a review

Abstract

Since the 12th century, mankind has experienced more than 130 viral epidemics and influenza pandemics. The 21st century is no exception. The relatively "new" strains of influenza have been replaced by new infections, in particular, the coronavirus infection -COVID-19 (the official name SARS-CoV-2), the third peak of the pandemic of which we are now seeing. At the same time, the "old" viral infections have not disappeared anywhere. Using antiviral drugs in the treatment of respiratory infections, not only the medical and economic efficiency of the application must be taken into account, but also remember several side effects of the drugs, preventing them whenever possible and minimizing their consequences. The purpose of the publication is to systematize, analyze and summarize literature data on typical adverse reactions of antiviral drugs active against pathogens of acute viral respiratory infections.