Oseltamivir

Uses	Influenza
Therapy	Anti-Influenza
Side Effects	Headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, cough, sleeplessness, indigestion, dizziness

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Oseltamivir is an anti-viral medicine used to treat and prevent influenza commonly known as flu. It acts by stopping the growth and thus killing the virus and thus preventing the spread of the virus. This medicine should be used only by adults and children above 14 years of age. Oseltamivir can be taken with or without food; taking it with food may reduce stomach upset. This medicine is not a substitute for the influenza vaccine.

Uses

Oseltamivir is used to treat and prevent influenza infection commonly known as flu which affects the respiratory system.

Contraindications

When should one not use Oseltamivir

If you are allergic to oseltamivir or any other ingredients of Oseltamivir

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Headache
Nausea
Cough
Sleeplessness
Vomiting
Indigestion
Abdominal pain
Dizziness

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Oseltamivir can be taken by a pregnant women only if prescribed by your doctor.

Breast Feeding

There is limited information about the effect of Oseltamivir on breastfeeding. Thus, it is recommended to take this medicine only if prescribed by your doctor.

Driving

Oseltamivir is not expected to affect driving ability. However, if you feel dizzy, avoid driving or operating machines.

Alcohol

There is no specific information available about the effect of alcohol on this medicine. Talk to your doctor if you consume it often.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You may develop allergic reactions.
You have weak immunity or are immunocompromised.
You have a kidney disorder, heart, lung or airway disease
You experience behavioural changes or mood swings, confusion, sleeplessness, etc

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Influenza infection commonly known as flu is caused by a virus called influenza virus. Oseltamivir acts by inhibiting the action of an enzyme essential for the multiplication and replication of the virus in the body of an infected person.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Oseltamivir works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
It should not be used along with the live vaccine, there should be a gap of 2 weeks before and 48 hours after the use of this medicine.

Dosage

Overdose

If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

You are supposed to complete the prescribed duration of Oseltamivir as per your physicians advise. If you skip the dose or do not complete the course it may cause resistance and decrease the effectiveness of immediate treatment.

No, Oseltamivir is not a steroid.

Oseltamivir is used to treat and prevent influenza commonly known as flu. It is an antiviral medicine.

Take Oseltamivir as advised by your doctor. You can take it with or without food. However, taking this medicine with food reduces the incidence of stomach upset.

No, you should not take any medicine to treat or prevent COVID-19 on your own. You should immediately visit the doctor if you have covid symptoms and take the appropriate medicines prescribed by the doctor. Do not self-medicate.

The active component of this medicine is oseltamivir.

Yes, Tamiflu and Oseltamivir, both medicines have the same active ingredient, which is oseltamivir. Only brand is different.

Oseltamivir is an anti-viral medicine that is prescribed to treat and prevent influenza commonly known as flu. However, it should be taken only if prescribed by the doctor. Do not self-medicate.

Headache, nausea, cough, sleeplessness, vomiting, indigestion are a few common side effects that can be seen during the treatment with Oseltamivir. These symptoms are usually mild, but contact your doctor if they persist or worsen. Not everyone experiences the same side effects.

You can take Oseltamivir at any time of the day or as told by the doctor. But it is important to take it at the same time every day for the prescribed duration. Taking the medicine regularly at the right times increases its effectiveness.

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