Uses / Indications:
How to treat the flu in adults and kids (1 year and older)
Preventing (prophylaxis) the flu after being among people who have it
How to handle swine flu (H1N1 influenza) when it happens
Care for people with severe flu who are at high risk (older people, people with weak immune systems, or people with long-term illnesses)
Antiflu does not work against the common cold or other viral diseases.
Pregnancy interaction:
There isn't much information about using it while pregnant. Oseltamivir has been administered successfully to pregnant women during influenza outbreaks where the advantages surpass the possible dangers.
Studies on animals have not found any teratogenic consequences.
The risk of untreated influenza during pregnancy (including high fever and complications) frequently exceeds the potential risks associated with medication.
Talk to your doctor before using it while pregnant. It is best to have close medical supervision.
Breastfeeding:
Oseltamivir gets into breast milk in very small amounts.
Most people think it is safe to use while breastfeeding, but you should talk to your doctor first.
Expert advice:
As soon as you notice flu symptoms, start taking Antiflu (within 48 hours).
Even if you feel better, finish the whole course.
Do not stop getting the flu shot every year; this is not a replacement.
If you throw up after taking a dose, don't double the next one. Just take it as planned.
To avoid getting dehydrated, drink a lot of water.
Don't share the medicine; it is given to you based on your weight and health.
Do not freeze; store below 25°C. If it's in powder form, utilize it within 10 days of reconstituting it.
Side Effects:
Nausea
Throwing up
Pain in the stomach
Diarrhea
Pain in the head
Tiredness
These are normally mild and go away as your body gets used to the treatment.
Side Effects That Are Serious or Uncommon:
Rash, itching, and swelling are all signs of an allergic reaction.
Hallucinations or strange behavior (few, mostly in kids)
Seizures (extremely rare)
Rarely, liver enzymes are higher.
If you are confused, have severe skin reactions, or have trouble breathing, get medical help right once.
How to use:
Before each usage, shake the bottle well.
Use the measuring cup or oral syringe that came with the medicine to measure out the right amount.
You can take the syrup with or without food (meal may make your stomach feel better).
Take the precise amount of medicine and for the exact amount of time that your doctor tells you to.
Finish the whole course, even if you start to feel better early.
If you miss doses or stop taking the treatment early, it may not work as well and the virus may become resistant to it.
How it works:
Neuraminidase is an enzyme that helps the flu virus propagate by releasing new viral particles from infected cells.
Oseltamivir stops this enzyme from working, which stops the virus from spreading and growing in the body.
If you take this within 48 hours of the first symptoms, it will lessen the time you have symptoms and make the illness less severe.
Faq for medicine:
1. What is the purpose of Antiflu Syrup?
It stops and treats flu illnesses produced by type A and B viruses, like H1N1 (swine flu).
2. When should I start taking Antiflu once I start to feel sick?
For optimal outcomes, start within 48 hours after the first symptoms. Starting early makes it much more effective.
3. Can Antiflu stop the flu after you've been around it?
Sure. You can avoid getting the flu if you take it after being exposed to it.
4. Is it safe for kids to use Antiflu?
Yes, it is okay for kids that are 1 year old or older. The amount you take depends on how much you weigh.
5. Is it okay to eat when taking Antiflu?
Yes. Eating it with food can assist alleviate nausea.
6. What will happen if I don't take my dose?
Take it as soon as you think of it. If it's almost time for your next dose, don't take the missing one.
7. Is it okay to use Antiflu for a cold?
No. It only works against flu viruses, not other viruses that cause respiratory infections.
8. Is it safe to take Antiflu when pregnant?
It may be used if the doctor thinks the benefits are greater than the risks. Talk to your doctor first.
9. Does it have an effect on the flu shot?
Yes. Don't take Antiflu for two weeks before or 48 hours after getting the live nasal flu vaccine.
10. How long should I take Antiflu?
Your doctor will usually tell you to take it for 5 days to treat an illness or 10 days to stop it from happening.
Important Points
For the best outcomes, start early.
Keep taking the complete course even if you feel better.
To stop the infection from spreading, keep your hands clean.
Avoid interaction with other people while you have symptoms to keep the disease from spreading.
Medicine interaction:
Tell your doctor about all the drugs, supplements, and herbal preparations you take.
Possible interactions are:
Probenecid: It could raise the levels of oseltamivir in the blood.
Live influenza vaccine (nasal spray): It may not work as well if you use it within two weeks of or 48 hours after taking oseltamivir.
If you use anticoagulants like warfarin, keep an eye on your INR.
Talk to your doctor about your immunization schedule while you are taking Antiflu.
