Question:

Which of the following antiviral drug is available for treatment of lumpy skin disease in cow?

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No approved antiviral exists for this viral cattle disease, treatment is supportive.
  • Amantadine
  • Cidofovir
  • Tenofovir
  • No Drug Available
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Lumpy skin disease (LSD) in cattle is caused by the Lumpy Skin Disease Virus, a Capripoxvirus.
Step 2: Amantadine, Cidofovir and Tenofovir are antivirals used against other viruses such as influenza, herpesviruses and HIV, and none is approved or used for LSD in field practice.
Step 3: There is no specific antiviral drug licensed for LSD. Affected animals are managed with supportive care, antibiotics for secondary bacterial infection and anti-inflammatory drugs.
Answer: No Drug Available.
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