Oseltamivir Zydus 30 mg, 45 mg and 75 mg Hard capsule
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 26 March 2024
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment and prophylaxis of influenza.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 75 mg twice daily for 5 days; Prophylaxis: 75 mg once daily for 10 days.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 30 mins, Duration: 6-8 hours
Special Populations
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
- Elderly patients
- Immunocompromised patients
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Safety not established; avoid breastfeeding during treatment.
Key Drug Interactions
- Probenecid
- Amoxicillin
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to oseltamivir
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
Counselling Points
- Take within 48 hours of symptom onset
- Monitor for behavioral changes in children
Serious warnings
- Neuropsychiatric events
- Not a substitute for vaccination
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