<prompt> Answer this question truthfullyWhat is the medical treatment for Lassa fever?  <response>: <reason> Management of Lassa fever includes supportive care and administration of intravenous IV ribavirin. Data on the efficacy of antiviral agents in Lassa fever are scarce. IV ribavirin was previously evaluated for treatment of Lassa fever and demonstrated a reduction in mortality when administered anytime during the course of the disease, especially early within the first 6 days of symptom-onset. Ribavirin is administered intravenously for a total of 10 days using the following regimen: first, loading dose of 30 mgkg max. 2g followed by a dose of 16 mgkg max. 1g IV q6h for 4 days, followed by a dose of 8 mgkg max. 500mg IV q8h for 6 days. In addition to antiviral therapy, management includes supportive care to adequately maintain respiratory status, as well as fluid and electrolyte balance. 