Antiflu 75Mg Capsule

Antiflu 75Mg Capsule 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.

• Influenza (Flu)

• Allergy

• Nausea

• Insomnia

• Vertigo

• Vomiting

• Anemia

• Pneumonia

• Unstable Angina

• 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?

  Antiflu 75Mg Capsule 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 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.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Antiflu 75Mg Capsule , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Starflu 75mg Capsule

  Strides Consumer Pvt Ltd

• Fluvir 75Mg Tablet

  Hetero Drugs Ltd

• Natflu 75mg Capsule

  Natco Pharma Ltd

• Fluhalt 75mg Capsule

  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

Antiflu 75Mg Capsule, 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.

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 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 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.

• Interaction with Food

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

• Ques : What is Antiflu 75mg Capsule?

  Ans : Antiflu Capsule is a medication which prevents the entry and spread of influenza virus in the body.

• Ques : What is Antiflu 75mg Capsule used for?

  Ans : Antiflu 75 mg is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like swine flu, flu virus infection, influenza virus a and b.

• Ques : What are the side effects of Antiflu 75mg Capsule?

  Ans : Possible side-effects are abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea, wheezing and phlegm-producing cough.

• Ques : Can I take Antiflu for cold, sinus infection or sore throat?

  Ans : Antiflu is not generally used for common cold, sinus infection, or a sore throat. It is used for treating symptoms of influenza viral infection.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Antiflu 75mg capsule before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : This medication should be consumed, till the complete eradication of disease. It is advised to use, till the time directed by your doctor.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Antiflu 75mg capsule ?

  Ans : This medication is generally used once or twice a day, as the time interval up to which this medication has an impact, is around 12 to 24 hours.

• Ques : Should I use Antiflu 75mg capsule empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : The action of salts involved in the medication does not depend on using it pre-meal or post-meal.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Antiflu 75mg capsule?

  Ans : This medication contains salts, which are suitable to store at room temperature and keeping the medication above or below that, can cause inadequate effect. Protect it from moisture and light.

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