LOS ANGELES: Early results from an Ebola trial using the experimental drug Avigan (favipiravir) showed on Monday (Tuesday in Manila) it was somewhat effective at saving lives if given early in the illness, but not later.

The antiviral treatment is being developed by the Japanese company Toyama Chemical, and has been shown safe and effective against some other viruses including influenza, West Nile and yellow fever.

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