The rapid rise of the Omicron BA.2 subvariant around the world has led to an increase in cases, though the United States has thus far not need a surge as we did with the Omicron variant. BA.2 now makes up the vast majority of cases in the United States. Its mutations, differing from BA.1, have reduced activity of some anti-SARS-CoV-2 monoclonal antibodies, further limiting treatment options. Clinicians struggle to remain up-to-date on the constantly-changing data about anti-SARS-CoV-2 monoclonal antibodies that remain available for treatment and prophylaxis. Dr. Jonathan Li describes what we know thus far about the BA.2 subvariant, changes to monoclonal antibody use for treatment, and dosing changes for pre-exposure prophylaxis.
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