Treatment for Norovirus Infection
No specific treatment is available for norovirus. In most healthy people, the illness usually is self-limiting and resolves in a few days.
Outbreaks among infants, children, elderly, and immunocompromised populations may result in severe complications among those affected. Death may result without prompt measures (Mayo Clinic, 2007, April 5).
The replacement of fluids and minerals such as sodium, potassium and calcium – otherwise known as electrolytes – lost due to persistent diarrhea is vital. This can be done either by drinking large amounts of liquids, or intravenously (Mayo Clinic, 2007, April 5).