COVID Antivirals

COVID antivirals

Following the delegation of commissioning responsibility for COVID antiviral treatments from NHS England to the Integrated Care Boards as of 27th June 2023. Information has been compiled for the services across the North West, to ensure that all patients are supported to access services, and treated promptly where appropriate.

The three ICSs are currently continuing with a more centralised process, with pathways for triage and supply of treatment. Whilst there are specific pathways in place within each ICS, it should be noted that for Paxlovid®, patient assessment and prescribing can be undertaken by GP practices, and community pharmacies can dispense as per usual NHS processes.