Editor’s comment-A The covid-19 pandemic is the greatest challenge for the current generation of physicians, scientists and health administrators B Strict use of PPE, face masks, isolation and quarantine are the most effective methods of prevention of this infection C The immunomodulator hydroxychloroquine is approved for prophylactic use in asymptomatic health care workers and household contacts It is also approved as compassionate use for treatment of active covid-19 cases in the USA D Lopinavir/ritonavir and remdesivir are used in some countries, but efficacy is doubtful E Treatment with convalescent plasma may be considered in emergency situations
Management of sars-cov-2 (Covid-19) infection with special focus on use of hydroxychloroquine and lopinavir/ritonavir