Exploring the future of SARS-CoV-2 treatment after the first two years of the pandemic: A comparative study of alternative therapeutics - 13/08/23

Abstract |
One of the most pressing challenges associated with SARS-CoV-2 treatment is the emergence of new variants that may be more transmissible, cause more severe disease, or be resistant to current treatments and vaccines. The emergence of SARS-CoV-2 has led to a global pandemic, resulting in millions of deaths worldwide. Various strategies have been employed to combat the virus, including neutralizing monoclonal antibodies (mAbs), CRISPR/Cas13, and antisense oligonucleotides (ASOs). While vaccines and small molecules have proven to be an effective means of preventing severe COVID-19 and reducing transmission rates, the emergence of new virus variants poses a challenge to their effectiveness. Monoclonal antibodies have shown promise in treating early-stage COVID-19, but their effectiveness is limited in severe cases and the emergence of new variants may reduce their binding affinity. CRISPR/Cas13 has shown potential in targeting essential viral genes, but its efficiency, specificity, and delivery to the site of infection are major limitations. ASOs have also been shown to be effective in targeting viral RNA, but they face similar challenges to CRISPR/Cas13 in terms of delivery and potential off-target effects. In conclusion, a combination of these strategies may provide a more effective means of combating SARS-CoV-2, and future research should focus on improving their efficiency, specificity, and delivery to the site of infection. It is evident that the continued research and development of these alternative therapies will be essential in the ongoing fight against SARS-CoV-2 and its potential future variants.
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Highlights |
• | Promising strategies in combating SARS-CoV-2 are Neutralizing monoclonal antibodies (mAbs), CRISPR/Cas13, and ASOs. |
• | mAbs are effective in early COVID-19 but are limited in severe cases and against variants. |
• | CRISPR/Cas13 needs improved efficiency, specificity, and delivery for viral gene targeting. |
• | ASOs inhibit viral replication but face delivery and off-target challenges. |
• | Combined strategies can enhance effectiveness against SARS-CoV-2, with a focus on efficiency, specificity, and delivery. |
Keywords : SARS-CoV-2, Antiviral alternatives, Antisense oligonucleotides, Neutralizing monoclonal antibodies, CRISPR/Cas
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