G-Oseltamivir75mg
Capsule
Gonoshasthaya Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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| Alcohol | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with G-Oseltamivir. Please consult your doctor. |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR G-Oseltamivir may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the deve... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED G-Oseltamivir is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the bab... View More |
| Driving | SAFE G-Oseltamivir does not usually affect your ability to drive. |
| Kidney | CAUTION G-Oseltamivir should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of G-Oseltamivir may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
| Liver | CAUTION G-Oseltamivir should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of G-Oseltamivir may be needed. Please consult your doc... View More |
Introduction
G-Oseltamivir is an antiviral medicine used to treat and prevent influenza (flu) as well as, swine flu (H1N1 virus). It helps to relieve the symptoms of... View More
Uses of G-Oseltamivir
- Influenza (flu)
Side effects of G-Oseltamivir
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
How to use G-Oseltamivir
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not chew, crush or break it. G-Oseltamivir may be taken with or without food, ... View More
How G-Oseltamivir works
G-Oseltamivir is a neuraminidase inhibitor. It inhibits neuraminidase (influenza virus enzyme) that helps the viruses to enter into uninfected cells of ... View More
What if you forget to take G-Oseltamivir?
If you miss a dose of G-Oseltamivir, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to ... View More
- G-Oseltamivir helps in the treatment and prevention of flu.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the symptoms of flu to come back.
- Take it as soon as possible, ideally within two days of starting of flu symptoms.
- Take it with food to avoid stomach upset.
- It is not a substitute for flu vaccination. You might be prescribed both by your doctor.
- Inform your doctor if you notice any changes in mood or behaviour, especially in children and adolescents.
Indication
Influenza
Administration
May be taken with or without food. May be taken w/ meals to reduce GI discomfort. Cap may be opened & mixed w/ sweetened food products eg chocolate syr,... View More
Adult Dose
Oral Treatment of Influenza A and B Adult: 75 mg bid for 5 days. Initiate w/in 2 days of onset of symptoms. Prophylaxis of influenza A and B Adult... View More
Child Dose
Influenza A and B Treatment <2 weeks: Safety and efficacy not established for treatment Aged 2 weeks to <1 year 3 mg/kg PO BID x5 days >1 year ... View More
Renal Dose
Renal impairment: Haemodialysis patient: 30 mg after each dialysis session. Peritoneal dialysis patient: 30 mg as a single dose. CrCl (ml/min) Dosage R... View More
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity. Severe renal impairment.
Mode of Action
Oseltamivir is a prodrug of oseltamivir carboxylate (OC). OC is a potent selective competitive inhibitor of neuraminidase (an enzyme required for viral ... View More
Precaution
Patient w/ resp disease, chronic cardiac disease. Renal and severe hepatic impairment. Immunocompromised patient. Childn. Pregnancy and lactation. Monit... View More
Side Effect
1-10% Abdominal pain,Conjunctivitis,Ear disorder,Epistaxis,Insomnia,Nausea,Vomiting,Vertigo <1% Aggravation of diabetes,Anemia,Arrhythmia,Confusion... View More
Interaction
May potentially inhibit replication of influenza virus in live/attenuated influenza virus vaccine.
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The information provided herein is accurate, updated and complete as per the best practices of the Company. Please note that this information should not... View More