Who can have sotrovimab
Sotrovimab can be given to most adults, and children aged 12 years or older who weigh at least 40kg.
You may be eligible for sotrovimab if:
- you're in the high risk group below
- you've had a positive PCR test within the last 5 days
- you have had coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms within the last 5 days
The high risk group includes some people who have:
- Down's syndrome
- a rare condition affecting the brain or nerves (including multiple sclerosis, motor neurone disease, Huntington's disease or myasthenia gravis)
- sickle cell disease
- certain types of cancer
- HIV or AIDS
- a severe liver condition (such as cirrhosis)
- chronic kidney disease (CKD) stage 4 or 5
- had an organ transplant
- certain autoimmune or inflammatory conditions (such as rheumatoid arthritis or inflammatory bowel disease)
- a condition or treatment that makes you more likely to get infections
- had certain types of chemotherapy in the last 12 months
- had radiotherapy in the last 6 months
A doctor or specialist will confirm if you are eligible for treatment.
Who may not be able to have sotrovimab
Sotrovimab is not suitable for some people. To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor or nurse if:
- you have ever had an allergic reaction to sotrovimab
- you are pregnant, trying to get pregnant or breastfeeding