Generic name: oseltamavir phosphate
Dosage form: capsule
Drug class:Neuraminidase inhibitors
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 1, 2020.
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- Indications and Usage
- Dosage and Administration
- Dosage Forms and Strengths
- Contraindications
- Warnings and Precautions
- Adverse Reactions/Side Effects
- Drug Interactions
- Use In Specific Populations
- Overdosage
- Description
- Clinical Pharmacology
- Nonclinical Toxicology
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INDICATIONS & USAGE
Treatment of Influenza
Oseltamivir phosphate capsule is indicated for the treatment of acute, uncomplicated illness due to influenza A and B infection in patients 2 weeks of age and older who have been symptomatic for no more than 48 hours.
Prophylaxis of Influenza
Oseltamivir phosphate capsule is indicated for the prophylaxis of influenza A and B in patients 1 year and older.
Limitations of Use
• Oseltamivir phosphate capsule is not a substitute for early influenza vaccination on an annual basis as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices.
• Influenza viruses change over time. Emergence of resistance substitutions could decrease drug effectiveness. Other factors (for example, changes in vira..
