Antiflu 75mg Capsule (10'S)

Manufacturer: Cipla Ltd

Salt Composition : Oseltamivir Phosphate(75mg)

Prescription
Prescription Required: Consult the Doctor & Get Your ePrescription

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.


Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

Oseltamivir exerts its antiviral activity by inhibiting the activity of the viral neuraminidase enzyme found on the surface of the virus, which prevents budding from the host cell, viral replication, and infectivity.


Pharmacokinets

Oseltamivir carboxylate has high bioavailability and penetrates sites of infection at concentrations that are sufficient to inhibit viral replication. The pharmacokinetics of oseltamivir and oseltamivir carboxylate are dose proportional after repeated doses of up to 500 mg twice daily.


Side Effects

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Antiflu

Nausea

Vomiting

Abdominal pain

Diarrhea


Contra Indications

Oseltamivir is contraindicated in any patient with known hypersensitivity to the drug or to any component of the formulation. Cases of anaphylaxis and serious rash, including toxic epidermal necrolysis, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, and erythema multiforme, have been reported in postmarketing experience with oseltamivir.


Pregnancy Related Information

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.


Product And Alcohol Interaction

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Antiflu 75mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.


Breast Feeding Related Information

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.


Indications

Tamiflu (oseltamivir phosphate) is an oral anti-viral drug approved for the treatment of acute, uncomplicated influenza in patients 2 weeks of age and older whose flu symptoms have not lasted more than two days.

Interactions

clopidogrel.

influenza virus vaccine quadrivalent.

influenza virus vaccine quadrivalent, adjuvanted.

influenza virus vaccine quadrivalent, cell-cultured.

influenza virus vaccine quadrivalent, intranasal.

influenza virus vaccine quadrivalent, recombinant.

Typical Dosage

Antiflu 75mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.


Storage Requirements

Store below 30°C


Effects Of Missed Dosage

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.


Effects Of Overdose

Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.


Expert Advice

Antiflu 75mg Capsule helps in the treatment and prevention of flu.

Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the symptoms of flu to come back.

Take it as soon as possible, ideally within two days of starting of flu symptoms.

Take it with food to avoid stomach upset.

It is not a substitute for flu vaccination. You might be prescribed both by your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you notice any changes in mood or behaviour, especially in children and adolescents.


How To Use

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.


FAQs

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