Pneumonia caused by a novel coronavirus infection can be treated with western as well as herbal medications, depending on the patient’s condition. Antiviral treatment can be done with alpha-interferon for nebulized inhalation or with lopinavir/ritonavir. If the patient has a bacterial infection, prompt treatment with antibacterial drugs is required. Glucocorticoids can be used appropriately in severe patients with respiratory distress. During the medical observation period if patients have symptoms of malaise and fever, they can also be treated with drugs such as Lotus Clear Fever Capsules, Golden Flower Clear Sensation Granules, and Anti-Feng Tong Sheng Wan.