TAMIFLU: A NEW TREATMENT AND PREVENTION MEDICATION (FLU VIRUS)

Tamiflu- A new approved flu treatment and prevention medication by: Katie Johanson

Tami flu works actively against clinically relevant influenza viruses A and B by blocking the action of the neuraminidase(NA), enzyme on the surface of the virus is also used in the treatment of avian influenza(bird flu).

What is Tamiflu?

Tamiflu (aseltemivir) is an anti-viral medication that is used for the treatment and prevention of influnza(flu virus), including avian influenza (birdflu). Available in both tablet form and as a suspension, Tamiflu can be given to adults and children more than 1 year of age who present with flu symptoms. In addition, Tamiflu is known to work effectively when the the flu treatment is initiated within two days of the first onset of symptoms. In addition, Tami flu can be used as a preventive treatment also. For adults and adolenscents 13 years or older, the recommended oral dose is 75mg oseltamivir twice daily, for 5 days. For children with body weight of 40KG and above may be prescribed the adult dosage of 75mg twice daily for 5days. Tamiflu;

1. can ease ailments that accompany flu (like weakness, cough, headache, fever, sore throat)
2. could prevent the flu onset even if the patient has been exposed to someone who suffers from it.

Tamiflu works by inhibiting the neuraminidase enzyme that stops the spread of the virus to other cells in the body. Tamiflu is available for the treatment of influenza in more than 80 countries world wide.

Who should buy Tamiflu?

people who are eligible to take Tamiflu are:
1. People who do not have any kidney disease, liverdisease, viral infections besides influenza A/B, heart problems, lungproblems or any other chronic or serious illnesses.

2. Pregnant mothers should not use Tamiflu.

3. As it is not known whether Tamiflu passes into breastmilk, it cannot be used by nursing mothers.

4. Infants above the age of one years.

5. People who complain of uncomplicated acute illness due to influenza infection and show symptoms for no more than 2 days

Whant is the correct dosage of Tamiflu?

In the case of the influenza treatment, the correct dosage of Tamiflu is :

1. One 75mg capsule twice a day for 5 days.

2. One 30-75mg capsule, depending on body wight, for children twice a day for 5days(The correct dose of the drug for children should be set by a pediatrician).

In the case of influnza's prophylactic treatment, the dosage is:

1. One 75mg capsule of Tamiflu for adults once a day for 7days.

2. The correct dose of the drug for children should be set by a pediatrician.

For children 1 year or older or for adults who can't swallow a tamiflu capsule, Tamiflu oral suspension can be taken. If Tamiflu overdose is suspected, medical attention, Tamiflu doses should not be missed. If a dose is missed, it should be taken as soon as possible, provided that it is not about time for the next Tamiflu dose. Do not double dose on Tamiflu, that is, two doses of the drug sparated by less than 2 hours from one another.

How effective is Tamiflu for influenza?

Tamiflu(oseltamiver)considerably reduces illness severity and duration in children one year and older, particularly if they are medicated with in 24 hours of the onset of symptoms. In addition, Tamiflu is known to reduce the incidence of respiratory tract infections, ear infections and antibiotic use. More over, Tamiflu(oseltamiveir)capsules are now available in 30mg and 45mg doses, especially for children.

Children tend to be major carriers of the influenza virus as they have limited pre-existing immunity, often spend time in groups and share germs easily. Tamiflu can reassuringly be used for the management of influenza in children as young as one yearold. In clinical studies, Tamiflu was well tolerated and did not increase the risk for neuropsychiatric adverse events.

Tamiflu when initiated with in 48 hours of onset is known to

1. Reduce influenza serverity by almost a third (29%).

2. Reduce the duration of the illness by a quarter (26%).

Furthermore, new data reveals that if Tamiflu is taken within 24 hours of sumptom on set:

1. The influenza severity is halved(52%).
2. Illness duration is reduced by a third (34%).
3. There was a 55% reduction in severe ear infections(otitis media).
4. Reduced the incidence of secondary influenza infection by 55%.

Where to buy Tamiflu?

Tamiflu can either be bought from an online source or from conventional pharmacy near your home. In order to buy Tamiflu from an internet pharmacy, the quantity and dose can be selected from a chart to make the purchase online, before you buy Tamiflu online make sure you first read throught all of the product information, including drug side effects so that you can make an informed choice.

Since Tamiflu is a prescription medication, you will need to consult an online doctor, who will to through your medical history and then decide if you can take Tamiflu. Many websites offer Tamiflu on line but it is not advisable to purchase it before proper medical approval.

Tamiflu has been proved to be fthe most effevtive drug for human consumption against the avian influenza that has afflicted a number of countries in South Asia.

How much does it cost?

Because of stict internet policies, we are not allowed to publish the prices of any prescription medication prior to an online consultation with one of our doctors. But we are equally confident that you will not find Tamiflu cheaper else where in UK.