Oseltamivir Phosphate (75mg)

DESCRIPTION

Antiflu 75mg Capsule is an antiviral medicine used to treat and prevent influenza (flu) as well as, swine flu (H1N1 virus). It helps to relieve the symptoms of the flu virus infection like a stuffy or runny nose, sore throat, cough, body aches, tiredness, headache, fever, and chills. Antiflu 75mg Capsule prevents the flu virus from spreading inside the body. Influenza, commonly known as flu is an infection caused by a virus. This medicine should be taken only when prescribed by a doctor. It should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food, although taking it with food can reduce the chance of feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting). Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medication too early may result in a relapse of the infection or failure to protect you from the flu. Some common side effects include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, and diarrhea. These side effects mostly occur after the first dose of the medicine and will usually stop as treatment continues. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have problems with your heart, liver or kidneys. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase your risk of liver damage. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using this medicine.

INTRODUCTION

In Treatment of Influenza (flu) Influenza is a viral infection that attacks your respiratory system (nose, throat and lungs). It is often called the flu. Antiflu 75mg Capsule helps to prevent the spread of the infection by restricting the movement of infection causing viruses into uninfected parts of the body from the infected ones. Take Antiflu 75mg Capsule as prescribed by the doctor to get maximum benefit.

USE OF

Treatment of Influenza (flu)

BENEFITS

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Antiflu 75mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

FACTBOX 

Chemical Class::Gamma amino acids derivatives {Acetamido cyclohexene}|Habit Forming::No|Therapeutic Class::ANTI INFECTIVES|Action Class::Neuraminidase Inhibitors

HOW TO USE

Antiflu 75mg Capsule is a neuraminidase inhibitor. It inhibits neuraminidase (influenza virus enzyme) that helps the viruses to enter into uninfected cells of the body to cause or spread influenza infection in the body. This is how it works against the virus to treat influenza (flu).

EXPIRY

Long shelf life (1-2 years).

SAFETY ADVICE

– Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Antiflu 75mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor. – Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Antiflu 75mg Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. – Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Antiflu 75mg Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. – Driving : SAFE – Antiflu 75mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive. – Kidney : CAUTION – Antiflu 75mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Antiflu 75mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor. – Liver : CAUTION – Antiflu 75mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Antiflu 75mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Limited information is available on use of Antiflu 75mg Capsule in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

IF MISS

If you miss a dose of Antiflu 75mg Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

COMMON SIDE EFFECT

Vomiting | Abdominal pain | Diarrhea

ALCOHOL INTERACTION

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

PREGNANCY INTERACTION

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

LACTATION INTERACTION

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

KIDNEY INTERACTION

CAUTION

LIVER INTERACTION

CAUTION

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FAQ

Q. Can I take Antiflu 75mg Capsule for cold, sinus infection, or sore throat?::: Antiflu 75mg Capsule is not indicated for common cold, sinus infection, or sore throat. It is indicated for symptoms of influenza viral infection| Q. Is Antiflu 75mg Capsule an antibiotic or a sulfa drug?::: Antiflu 75mg Capsule is an anti-influenza drug. It is not an antibiotic or sulfa drug| Q. Can I take oseltamivir with Tylenol, Nyquil, amoxicillin, ibuprofen, Mucinex, or azithromycin?::: Oseltamivir can be taken with Tylenol (paracetamol), Nyquil (paracetamol, dextromethorphan, doxylamine, amoxicillin, ibuprofen, Mucinex, or azithromycin only if prescribed by your doctor| Q. Is Antiflu 75mg Capsule available or sold over the counter?::: No. Antiflu 75mg Capsule is a prescription drug. It is not available or sold over the counter| Q. Can I take Antiflu 75mg Capsule with antibiotics?::: Antiflu 75mg Capsule may be taken with antibiotics only if prescribed by the doctor. Consult your doctor before use| Q. Is Antiflu 75mg Capsule safe?::: Yes. Antiflu 75mg Capsule is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side effects, consult your doctor| Q. Does Antiflu 75mg Capsule cause high blood pressure?::: Antiflu 75mg Capsule is not expected to cause high blood pressure. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor.

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