Active Ingredient: Oseltamivir
Oseltamivir is indicated in adults and children including full term neonates who present with symptoms typical of influenza, when influenza virus is circulating in the community. Efficacy has been demonstrated when treatment is initiated within two days of first onset of symptoms.
For this indication, competent medicine agencies globally authorize below treatments:
Oral
150 mg
75 mg 2 time(s) per day every day for 5 day(s)
The recommended oral dose is 75 mg oseltamivir twice daily for 5 days for adolescents (13 to 17 years of age) and adults.
| Body Weight | Recommended dose for 5 days |
|---|---|
| >40 kg | 75 mg twice daily |
Treatment should be initiated as soon as possible within the first two days of onset of symptoms of influenza.
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