Overview
Oseltamivir phosphate is a commonly used drug. It is used to treat influenza A and B. It has a good effect, but it should be used within 48 hours of the onset of clinical symptoms. It can also be used to prevent influenza A and B, but it can only be used for adults and teenagers 13 years and above. When taking oseltamivir phosphate, it can be taken with food or separately. However, for some patients, taking oseltamivir phosphate with meals can increase drug tolerance.
Effect
Oseltamivir phosphate is mainly used for the treatment and prevention of influenza A and influenza B. When treating the flu, it’s best to start taking medication within two days of flu symptoms appearing, and ideally within 36 hours. Children over 1 year old need to refer to the weight-dose table before taking the medicine.
Mechanism of action
From the perspective of its mechanism of action, the drug inhibits the escape of cooked influenza viruses from host cells by inhibiting neuraminidase, thereby inhibiting the spread of the virus in the human body. Compared with the intense research and development of new drugs for other targets, the development of new drugs for neuraminidase inhibitors has been relatively calm: there are 4 drugs on the market globally, one each in Phase I, II, and III clinical trials.
Taboos and Safety
The contraindication of oseltamivir phosphate is that patients who are allergic to any ingredients in this drug cannot use this drug. Adverse reactions such as rash, urticaria, erythema multiforme, arrhythmia, gastrointestinal bleeding, facial swelling, hypothermia, etc. may occur during the use of oseltamivir phosphate.
About whether oseltamivir phosphate has the risk of mental and neurological disorders. To date, there is no direct clinical evidence that oseltamivir phosphate can cause psychosis. Despite this, the FDA still requires that this information be included in the product L anti-aging agent abel. Once neurological/mental abnormalities occur, the risks and benefits of taking oseltamivir phosphate must be comprehensively evaluated to determine whether to continue taking the drug.
Notes
It is worth noting that in an emergency, when oseltamivir phosphate granules are not available, Tamiflu capsules can be used to prepare emergency oral suspension, and the medicine can be taken immediately after preparation. Unless under special circumstances, do not prepare and use it by yourself for convenience.
