Oseltamivir Phosphate (30mg)
Fluvir 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.
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 themCommon side effects of Fluvir
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Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Fluvir Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Fluvir Capsule is a neuraminidase inhibitor. It inhibits neuraminidase (influenza virus enzyme) that helps the viruses to enter into uninfected cells of the body to cause or spread influenza infection in the body. This is how it works against the virus to treat influenza (flu).
Related Warnings
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Fluvir Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Fluvir 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.
Fluvir Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Fluvir Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Fluvir Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Fluvir Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Fluvir Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Fluvir Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on use of Fluvir Capsule in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
Fluvir Capsule is not indicated for common cold, sinus infection, or sore throat. It is indicated for symptoms of influenza viral infection
Fluvir Capsule is an anti-influenza drug. It is not an antibiotic or sulfa drug
Oseltamivir can be taken with Tylenol (paracetamol), Nyquil (paracetamol, dextromethorphan, doxylamine, amoxicillin, ibuprofen, Mucinex, or azithromycin only if prescribed by your doctor
No. Fluvir Capsule is a prescription drug. It is not available or sold over the counter
Fluvir Capsule may be taken with antibiotics only if prescribed by the doctor. Consult your doctor before use
Yes. Fluvir Capsule is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side effects, consult your doctor
Fluvir Capsule is not expected to cause high blood pressure. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor.
