Is it effective to take antiviral oral solution for mumps?

Jun 19, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

My baby has mumps, and I'm wondering whether giving him antiviral oral liquid would be effective. I'd like to learn more about mumps—can antiviral oral liquid help treat it?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Guo Huijie
Mumps is an acute respiratory infectious disease caused by the mumps virus. Its treatment methods include general supportive care, medication, and surgical intervention when necessary. During mumps treatment, antiviral oral liquid can serve as an effective pharmacological option. The functions of antiviral oral liquid include cooling the blood, detoxifying, clearing heat, eliminating dampness, and enhancing immunity. It is particularly suitable for relieving symptoms caused by influenza. For patients with mumps, antiviral oral liquid can inhibit replication of the mumps virus, reduce viral damage to parotid gland tissue, and thereby alleviate mumps symptoms. At the same time, it enhances the patient's immune function, helping the body recover more quickly. During treatment, patients should ensure adequate rest, maintain good oral hygiene, and avoid consuming acidic foods to promote symptom relief and recovery.