Calcitriol, the active form of vitamin D, is a promising candidate for COVID-19 prophylaxis
C. K. Mok, Y. L. Ng, B. A. Ahidjo, R. C. H. Lee, M. W. C. Loe, J. Liu, K. S. Tan, P. Kaur, W. J. Chng, J. E. L. Wong, D. Y. Wang, E. W. Hao, X. Hao, Y. W. Tan, T. M. Mak, , J. J. H. Chu
This study identifies calcitriol, the active form of vitamin D, as a potent inhibitor of SARS-CoV-2, suggesting its potential as a prophylactic agent against COVID-19.
bioRxiv · Jun 21, 2020 · PreprintMicrobiology