Oseltamivir

Oseltamivir is primarily indicated for the treatment of uncomplicated acute illness due to influenza infection in adults who have been symptomatic for no more than 2 days.

This capsule is an antiviral medication prescribed to patients with influenza A and influenza B. It is generally given to those who are in serious condition and show potential of complications after noticing the first symptom.

The medication provide relief from the flu symptoms such as sore throat, stuffy nose and fatigue etc. Some side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, headache, diarrhea, insomnia, vertigo, abdominal pain. Seek immediate medical attention in case you face any of these side effects.

Overdosage/Toxicology: Single doses of 1000 mg resulted in nausea and vomiting. Consult your doctor regarding the dosage. Also notify your doctor:

• About your medical history or any allergies.
• if you have any kidney disease, heart disease, chronic lung disease.
• if you have a weak immune system or intolerance to fructose.

Take within 2 days of flu symptoms (fever, cough, headache, fatigue, muscular weakness, and sore throat). This is not a substitute for the flu shot. Not recommended for pregnant or nursing women. For best results, do not miss doses.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Pulmonologist before using this medicine.

• Influenza (Flu)

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Pulmonologist before using this medicine.

• Hypersensitivity

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Pulmonologist before using this medicine.

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Insomnia

• Vertigo

• Anemia

• Pneumonia

• Unstable Angina

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Pulmonologist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  There are insufficient human data to determine the risk to a pregnant woman or developing fetus. Studies evaluating the effects on embryo-fetal development in rats and rabbits showed a dose-dependent increase in the rates of minor skeleton abnormalities in exposed offspring. The rate of each abnormality remained within the background rate of occurrence in the species studied. Pregnant women must consult doctor before using this medication.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Oseltamivir and its metabolite are excreted in the breast milk of lactating rats. It is unknown if they appear in human milk. Breastfeeding women must consult doctor before using this medication.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no interaction between driving and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Caution should be used in patients with moderate to severe renal impairment. Dosage adjustment in renal impairment:

  • Clcr 10-30 mL/minute: Reduce dose to 75 mg once daily for 5 days.
  • Clcr <10 mL/minute: Has not been studied.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The duration of effect of this medication is about 6-10 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  There is not sufficient information available for understanding the timing of the peak effect of this medicine in the body.

• Is it habit forming?

  There are no habit forming tendencies found.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Pulmonologist before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of this medication, 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.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Pulmonologist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Oseltamivir as ingredient

• Antiflu 75Mg Capsule

  Cipla Ltd

• Fluvir 75Mg Tablet

  Hetero Drugs Ltd

• Fluvir 30Mg Dry Syrup

  Hetero Drugs Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Pulmonologist before using this medicine.

Oseltamivir, , a prodrug, is hydrolyzed to the active form, oseltamivir carboxylate. It is thought to inhibit influenza virus neuraminidase, with the possibility of alteration of virus particle aggregation and release. In clinical studies of the influenza virus, 1.3% of post-treatment isolates had decreased neuraminidase susceptibility to oseltamivir carboxylate.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Pulmonologist before using this medicine.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Lab Test

  No information available

• Interaction with Medicine

  Cimetidine and amoxicillin have no effect on plasma concentrations. Probenecid increases oseltamivir carboxylate serum concentration by twofold. Dosage adjustments are not required.

• Interaction with Food

  Take with or without food; take with food to improve tolerance.

• Interaction with Disease

  Dosage adjustment is required for creatinine clearance between 10-30 mL/minute, only for Influenza A or B infections; has not been evaluated in prevention of these infections; this medicine is not a substitute for the flu shot. Safe and efficacious use in children (<18 years) has not been established. Also consider primary or concomitant bacterial infections.

• Ques : What is Oseltamivir?

  Ans : This medication is an antiviral medicine. It is prescribed to patients with influenza A and influenza B.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Oseltamivir before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : This medication is to be taken till the time you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Oseltamivir?

  Ans : This medication should be taken in the dosage as prescribed by the doctor.

• Ques : Should I use Oseltamivir empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication should be taken after food in a prescribed dosage.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Oseltamivir?

  Ans : This medication should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.