Antiflu Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information

Antiflu side effects may include headache, nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain, indigestion, fatigue, insomnia, vertigo, dizziness, conjunctivitis, nosebleeds, hives, liver inflammation and severe skin reactions. Rare Antiflu side effects include Convulsions and psychiatric events, such as decreased consciousness, abnormal behavior, hallucinations and delirium.

ANTIFLU SIDE EFFECTS REPORTING

If you experience any Antiflu side effects not mentioned above you should report it to your primary health care provider or FDA 1-800-FDA-1088 in the United States, Health Canada 1-866-225-0709 in Canada, MHRA 020 3080 6000 in UK, or TGA 1800 020 653 in Australia.,br>

Antiflu is a type of medicine called a neuraminidase inhibitor. Antiflu is used to treat and prevent infection with the influenza (flu) virus. Main ingredient in Antiflu is Oseltamivir Phosphate. Antiflu works by binding to the neuraminidase on the surface of the virus and stopping it from working. This prevents the flu virus from spreading and infecting other cells and so confines the infection to a smaller area. This makes the flu symptoms less severe and also makes it is easier for the body's own immune system to get rid of the virus. Antiflu has been shown to lessen the duration of flu symptoms by approximately one to one and a half days and to reduce the risk of developing flu-related complications that require antibiotics. To treat the flu Antiflu should be started within 48hours of the symptoms starting.

Antiflu can also be used to prevent flu in people who have been in contact with someone with the virus. The medicine should be started within 48 hours of being in contact with the infected person. Antiflu was recently used to treat people infected with Swine flu(H1N1) as well. In non-pandemic situation Antiflu should not be prescribed to treat or prevent normal seasonal flu in people who are otherwise healthy. Antiflu should only given to people who are at risk of developing complications from flu. These people are seniors 65 years or older, and those with chronic lung disease, (asthma or COPD), kidney, liver, heart or neurological disease, diabetes, or a poor immune system. In addition, Antiflu should only be used in these people if the flu virus is known to be going around in considerable amounts.

ANTIFLU OVERDOSE

Antiflu overdose symptoms may include nausea and vomiting. If you suspect Antiflu overdose, seek medical attention right away. If you miss a dose of Antiflu, take it as soon as you can. However, if it is just about time for your next dose, skip the one you forgot and go on with your regular schedule. Never take a double dose of Antiflu.

Antiflu Warning

Take Antiflu at regular intervals as prescribed by your doctor.

Complete the prescribed course unless otherwise directed by your doctor.

Antiflu should not be taken as a general preventive measure to prevent seasonal flu, or to prevent the swine flu(h1n1).

Antiflu should also not be used as a substitute for the flu vaccine.

Currently it is not known how effective Antiflu will be at treating or preventing flu in case of a weakened immune system.

It is also not known how effective Antiflu will be for treating flu in people with chronic heart or lung disease.

Avoid Antiflu if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.

Use Antiflu with caution for those with decreased kidney function.

Antiflu is not recommended for people with severely decreased kidney function or people having dialysis for kidney failure.

Liquid Antiflu contains sorbitol and may not be right for people with a hereditary intolerance to fructose. Antiflu capsules, however, do not contain sorbitol.

If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using Antiflu and inform your physician or pharmacist right away.

Antiflu and Pregnancy

The safety of Antiflu during pregnancy has not been fully established. The drug maker states that Antiflu is not recommended for use in pregnancy unless the potential benefit to the mother outweighs any potential risk to the fetus.

Inform your physician if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, before using Antiflu.

It is not known to what extent Antiflu passes into breast milk. The manufacturer states that Antiflu is not recommended for use during breastfeeding unless the potential benefit to the mother outweighs any potential risk to the infant.

Antiflu Interaction

The drug maker of Antiflu states that it should be used with caution in people who are taking the following medicines, as Antiflu may possibly reduce the removal of these medicines from the body by the kidneys:

Chlorpropamide

Methotrexate

Phenylbutazone
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