Key points
- Contact your healthcare provider if you are experiencing symptoms of Zika virus disease (Zika).
- No medicines are available to treat Zika.
- Rest, fluids, and over-the-counter medicines may relieve some symptoms.
Overview
No medicines are available to treat Zika. However, the symptoms of Zika can be treated. Contact your healthcare provider if you are experiencing Zika symptoms.
Treating symptoms can include:
- Getting plenty of rest.
- Drinking fluids to prevent dehydration.
- Taking an over-the-counter medicine such as acetaminophen (Tylenol®) to reduce fever and pain.
Do not take aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) until dengue can be ruled out to reduce the risk of bleeding.
If you are taking medicine for another medical condition, talk to your healthcare provider before taking additional medicines.
Content Source
National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases (NCEZID)
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Published: May 15, 2024
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