Introduction As COVID-19 continues to evolve, so has the approach to treatment. One of the most effective and widely used antiviral medications for COVID-19 is Paxlovid, a prescription pill developed by Pfizer. Designed to reduce the risk of severe illness, hospitalization, and death, Paxlovid has become an essential tool in managing the virus—especially for high-risk patients. This article explores what Paxlovid is, who should take it, how it works, its effectiveness, and what side effects to watch for. What Is Paxlovid? Paxlovid is an oral antiviral treatment that combines nirmatrelvir (a protease inhibitor that stops the virus from replicating) and…