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Synonym :

OSELTAMIVIR PHOSPHATE

Composition :

OSELTAMIVIR-75MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Intra Life Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Flutofix Capsule 10's

Flutofix Capsule 10's is used to treat viral infections, especially those caused by the influenza virus. It is used to treat cough, a stuffy nose, a sore throat, chills and fever, and tiredness. The Influenza or flu is caused by the influenza virus, which infects the lungs, throat, and nose.

Flutofix Capsule 10's contains oseltamivir. It blocks the enzyme present on the surface of a virus that helps the virus enter healthy cells of the body, causing influenza infection.

In some cases, you may experience nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention. However, talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Do not take Flutofix Capsule 10's if you are allergic to any of its components. Before using Flutofix Capsule 10's, inform your doctor if you have suicidal thoughts, confusion, or kidney disease. If you have a weak immune system, please inform your doctor before taking Flutofix Capsule 10's, as a dose adjustment may be required.

Uses of Flutofix Capsule 10's

Flutofix Capsule 10's is used in the treatment of influenza (cough, stuffy nose, sore throat, chills/fevers, and tiredness). The detailed uses of Flutofix Capsule 10's are as follows:

  • Treatment of Influenza: Flutofix Capsule 10's is primarily used to treat influenza (the flu), helping to alleviate symptoms and shorten the duration of the illness when taken within the first 48 hours of symptom onset.
  • Prevention of Influenza: Flutofix Capsule 10's can be prescribed to individuals who have been exposed to the flu virus (such as family members of infected individuals) to help prevent the onset of the illness.
  • Reduction of Flu Complications: For high-risk populations, such as the elderly or those with underlying health conditions, Flutofix Capsule 10's can reduce the risk of developing serious complications from influenza, including pneumonia.

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Directions for Use

  • Take Flutofix Capsule 10's food to avoid an upset stomach or as advised by your doctor.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions regarding the dosage and duration.
  • It should be swallowed as a whole with water.
  • Do not crush or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Flutofix Capsule 10's contains a class of antiviral medication, oseltamivir, which is used to treat viral infections.
  • It plays a vital role in treating symptoms caused by the influenza virus.
  • It is used to treat cough, a stuffy nose, a sore throat, chills and fever, and tiredness.
  • It blocks the enzyme present on the surface of the virus, which helps the virus enter uninfected cells of the body and cause influenza infection. As a result, this stops the proliferation of viruses, slowly leading to the viral infection clearing up.

How Flutofix Capsule 10's Works

Flutofix Capsule 10's contains oseltamivir, which is an antiviral medication. It blocks the enzyme present on the surface of a virus that helps the virus enter uninfected cells of the body to cause influenza infection in the body. As a result, this stops the proliferation of viruses and slowly leads to the viral infection clearing up.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.
Side effects of Flutofix Capsule
  • Drink water or other clear fluids.
  • To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
  • Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
  • Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
  • Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.
  • Using a cold compress may help relieve itching and inflammation associated with conjunctivitis.
  • A warm compress and washing the eyes with water can help with crusting on the eyelids.
  • Avoid wearing contact lens until you feel better; use spectacles instead.
  • Do not rub the eyes.
  • Practise good hand hygiene and avoid touching the eyes to prevent the spread of infection.
  • Avoid using cotton swabs/pins as they can push wax deeper into your ear.
  • Use earwax softener drops to remove ear war.
  • Seek medical attention if you experience severe ear pain, fever, or discharge.
  • A warm compress on the affected ear can help ease the pain.
  • Try the popping technique by pinching your nose shut, closing your mouth, and blowing gently.
  • Practice relaxation techniques like meditation and deep breathing.
  • Use white noise machines or earplugs to mask the ringing.
  • Sleep with your head elevated to reduce middle ear pressure.
  • Chewing gum helps balance ear pressure by stimulating the Eustachian tube.
  • Avoid using earphones/headphones and limit exposure to loud sounds.
Managing Medication-Triggered Epistaxis (Nosebleed): A Step-by-Step Guide:
  • If you experience nosebleeds or unusual bleeding after taking medication, seek medical attention right away and schedule an appointment to discuss your symptoms with your doctor.
  • Your doctor may adjust your treatment plan by changing the dosage, switching to a different medication, or stopping the medication.
  • If your doctor advises, take steps to manage bleeding and promote healing, such as applying pressure, using saline nasal sprays, or applying a cold compress, using humidifiers, avoiding blowing or picking your nose, and applying petroleum jelly to the nostrils.
  • Schedule follow-up appointments with your doctor to monitor progress, adjust treatment plans, and prevent future episodes.
Here are the 7 step-by-step strategies to manage the side effect of "inability to sleep" caused by medication usage:
  • Prepare for a restful night's sleep: Develop a calming pre-sleep routine, like reading or meditation, to help your body relax and prepare for sleep.
  • Create a sleep-conducive Environment: Make bedroom a sleep haven by ensuring it is quiet, dark and calm.
  • Follow a Sleep Schedule: Go to bed and get up at the same time every day to help regulate your body's internal clock and increase sleep quality.
  • Try relaxing techniques like deep breathing, mindfulness meditation and any others.
  • Limit stimulating activities before bedtime: Avoid stimulating activities before bedtime to improve sleep quality.
  • Monitor Progress: Keep track of your sleep patterns to identify areas for improvement.
  • Consult a doctor if needed: If these steps don't improve your sleep, consult a doctor for further guidance and therapy.
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
To prevent, manage, and treat Constipation caused by medication usage, follow these steps:
  • Preventing Vomiting (Before it Happens)
  • Take medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. This can help minimize side effects, including vomiting.
  • Having a small meal before taking your medication can help reduce nausea and vomiting.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication along with your prescribed medication.
  • Managing Vomiting (If it Happens)
  • Try taking ginger in the form of tea, ale, or candy to help alleviate nausea and vomiting.
  • What to Do if Vomiting Persists
  • Consult your doctor if vomiting continues or worsens, consult the doctor for guidance on adjusting your medication or additional treatment.

What if I have taken an overdose of Flutofix Capsule 10's

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Flutofix Capsule 10's. An overdose of Flutofix Capsule 10's may cause neurological and psychiatric symptoms like confusion, hallucinations, abnormal behaviour, and seizures (rare, but possible in large overdoses); gastrointestinal symptoms like nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea and abdominal pain. In very high doses, especially in people with impaired kidney function (since the drug is cleared renally), serious central nervous system effects or kidney-related toxicity could occur. Treatment is usually supportive and may involve activated charcoal if ingestion was recent. If you suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not take Flutofix Capsule 10's if you are allergic to any of its components.
  • Inform your doctor if you have suicidal thoughts, confusion, or kidney disease before using this Flutofix Capsule 10's.
  • If you have a weakened immune system, please consult your doctor before taking Flutofix Capsule 10's, as a dose adjustment may be necessary.
  • Flutofix Capsule 10's may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting when you get up too quickly from a lying position, especially when you first start taking Flutofix Capsule 10's. Therefore, please get up gradually.
  • Do not drive a car or operate any machinery that requires concentration, as Flutofix Capsule 10's may cause dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of fluid as Flutofix Capsule 10's can cause dehydration and kidney damage.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid alcoholic beverages with Flutofix Capsule 10's as it can make you dehydrated and may affect your sleep.
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing foods in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oils like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil.
  • Include turmeric or yellow mustard in your diet to avoid constipation caused by antiviral drugs, and increase the intake of fluids to stay hydrated.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIVIRALS

Flutofix Capsule 10's Substitute

Substitutes safety advice
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Alcohol

Caution

Alcohol is not known to cause any unpleasant side effects if taken along with Flutofix Capsule 10's. But the intake of alcohol may damage your liver. So intake of Flutofix Capsule 10's should be avoided with Flutofix Capsule 10's.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Flutofix Capsule 10's is a pregnancy Category C medicine. It is not known whether Flutofix Capsule 10's will affect pregnant women or the fetus. However, the intake of Flutofix Capsule 10's should not be associated with an increased risk of congenital disabilities.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Flutofix Capsule 10's passes into the milk in smaller quantities, but it gives a therapeutic effect to the baby. However, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding before taking Flutofix Capsule 10's.

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Driving

Unsafe

Flutofix Capsule 10's can affect alertness and coordination. So, operating machinery which requires concentration should be avoided.

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Liver

Unsafe

Not safe because Flutofix Capsule 10's interacts with liver disease.

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Kidney

Unsafe

Not safe because Flutofix Capsule 10's has an interaction with kidney disease.

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Children

Caution

The safety and efficacy of Flutofix Capsule 10's in children have not been established. Hence, contact your doctor.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

Let your doctor know if you have any history of heart disease before using Flutofix Capsule 10's.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Please consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding the use of Flutofix Capsule 10's in elderly patients.

FAQs

Flutofix Capsule 10's is used to treat viral infections. It plays a vital role in treating symptoms caused by the influenza virus. It is used to treat cough, a stuffy nose, a sore throat, chills and fever, and tiredness.

If you miss a dose of Flutofix Capsule 10's, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Flutofix Capsule 10's contains oseltamivir, which is an antiviral medication. It blocks the enzyme present on the surface of a virus that helps the viruses enter uninfected cells of the body to cause influenza infection in the body. As a result, this stops the proliferation of viruses and slowly leads to the viral infection clearing up.

Do not stop taking Flutofix Capsule 10's without talking to your doctor. If you suddenly stop taking Flutofix Capsule 10's, you may experience confusion, fever, changes in mental state, or severe muscle stiffness. Your doctor will probably decrease your dose gradually depending on your disease condition.

Flutofix Capsule 10's is not used for the common cold, sore throat, or sinus infection. It is used for symptoms of influenza viral infection.

Flutofix Capsule 10's may be taken with antibiotics only if recommended by the doctor. Talk to your doctor before use.

Flutofix Capsule 10's is not likely to cause high blood pressure. If you experience any of these symptoms, please consult your doctor.

No, it is not a steroid. It is an antiviral medication.

While specific dosing instructions will vary depending on your individual needs and medical history. Always follow your doctor's prescribed dosage and timing for taking these medications.

Flutofix Capsule 10's is not currently approved for treating COVID-19, which is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus, although it is being used in clinical trials.

Flutofix Capsule 10's contains oseltamivir, which is an antiviral medication.

Tamiflu is a brand of oseltamivir that comes in a capsule form.

Take Flutofix Capsule 10's within 48 hours of flu symptom onset. It’s best to take Flutofix Capsule 10's with food; there is less chance of stomach upset if you take it with a light snack or meal.

Common side effects of Flutofix Capsule 10's may include nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Flutofix Capsule 10's are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Flutofix Capsule 10's is not either an antibiotic or sulfa drug. It is an antiviral medication.

Flutofix Capsule 10's does not treat colds or infections caused by bacteria or other viruses.

Oseltamivir-Azithromycin combination therapy was found to be more efficacious as compared to oseltamivir alone in rapid recovery and prevention of influenza-associated complications, especially in high-risk patients. However, it should be taken only if prescribed by the doctor.

Flutofix Capsule 10's is a prescribed medication; it is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Consume only if the doctor prescribes you. Never encourage self-medication or suggest your medicine to someone else.

Yes, Flutofix Capsule 10's is safe effective medication used to treat Influenza flu (cough, stuffy nose, sore throat, chills/fevers, and tiredness).

It depends on your individual medical condition and response to the medication. Your doctor will determine the appropriate duration of treatment based on your specific needs.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

61/C, 6TH MAIN ROAD, 4TH PHASE, 7TH BLOCK, B.S.K, 3RD STAGE, BANGALORE-560085
Other Info - FLU1153

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Reference

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  3. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-17765-5294/tamiflu-oral/oseltamivir-oral/details
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