The growing concern about the monkeypox (Mpox) virus infection has garnered a lot of public attention. However, the treatment options available to combat the same is limited to tecovirimat. Additionally, in a possible incidence of resistance, hypersensitivity, or adverse drug reaction, it is imperative to devise and reinforce the second-line therapy. Thus, in this editorial, the authors suggest seven antiviral drugs that could potentially be repurposed to combat the viral illness.
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