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Treatments/Metformin
Metformin

Reduce Your Long COVID risk by as much as 53%

Metformin may be used off-label to minimize COVID-19 symptoms and reduce Long COVID risk.

Only pay if your prescription is approved

How does it work?

Access to medications as easy as 1-2-3

Step 1Step 1
Fill out a condition assessment.
Share your symptoms, current conditions, allergies and complete a health assessment.
Step 2Step 2
Our clinicians will review your health profile.
An expert clinician from RTHM’s provider team will review your case and prescribe if appropriate.

Pay zero fees if you're not approved.

Step 3Step 3
Get approved and pick up your prescription.
Pick up and pay for the prescribed treatments at your pharmacy. Start your treatment in as early as 1 business day.

Affordable Access to Metformin

RTHM Direct
Online assessment fee for prescription
Only pay if prescription is approved
$49
Pharmacy Cost
Estimated 90 day supply price
you pay at pharmacy
$5
Estimated Total for 90 days
With the CareCard
discount
$54

Key Benefits

Minimize Acute COVID-19 Symptoms
Metformin offers antiviral properties that help reduce the severity of acute COVID-19 symptoms, lowering viral loads and minimizing complications.
Inflammation Reduction
Metformin exhibits anti-inflammatory effects, potentially mitigating systemic inflammation characteristic of acute COVID-19 and Long COVID.
Reduced Risk of Long COVID
A 2024 study revealed a 53% reduction in the risk of Long COVID when metformin was prescribed within the first week of an acute SARS-CoV-2 infection.

Is Metformin right for me?

Metformin has been shown to help with:

  • Minimizing acute COVID-19 symptoms
  • Reducing viral load
  • Preventing Long COVID
  • Reducing inflammation

Patients experiencing acute COVID-19 or at risk of Long COVID may find metformin a safe and effective preventive treatment option.

What Does the Research Say?

Safety Is Our Top Priority

llene S. Ruhoy

llene S. Ruhoy

MD, PhD, Neurologist

Sarah Almilli

Sarah Almilli

PharmD, APh., IA, Clinical Pharmacist

Stuart Malcolm

Stuart Malcolm

MD, Internist

Jennifer Curtin

Jennifer Curtin

MD, Internist

1. All treatments, including pyridostigmine, are carefully reviewed by RTHM clinicians and pharmacists.

2. We use dosing protocols designed to minimize side effects and ensure safe use.

3. Comprehensive treatment guides are vetted by our expert clinical team.

As you navigate your health journey, we're here to provide safe and effective care.