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Fluvir Oral Suspension 75 ml, Pack of 1 Suspension
Fluvir Oral Suspension 75 ml, Pack of 1 Suspension
Fluvir Oral Suspension 75 ml, Pack of 1 Suspension
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Fluvir Oral Suspension 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, stuffy nose, sore throat, chills/fevers, and tiredness. It contains Oseltamivir, which stops the proliferation of viruses and slowly leads to the viral infection clearing up. In some cases, you may experience nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhoea. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Synonym :

OSELTAMIVIR PHOSPHATE

Composition :

OSELTAMIVIR-12MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Hetero Drugs Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Fluvir Oral Suspension

Fluvir Oral Suspension belongs to the 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, fever and tiredness. The flu is caused by the influenza virus, which infects the lungs, throat, and nose. Influenza or flu is caused by a virus that causes respiratory disease. It is highly infectious and easily spreads through the sneezes and coughs of an infected person. Influenza can be transmitted easily through touch.

Fluvir Oral Suspension contains oseltamivir, an antiviral medication. It blocks the enzyme present on the surface of a virus that helps viruses enter uninfected cells of the body to cause influenza infection. As a result, this stops the proliferation of viruses and slowly leads to the viral infection clearing up.

Take Fluvir Oral Suspension as prescribed by your doctor. Depending on your medical conditions, you are advised to take Fluvir Oral Suspension as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you. You may sometimes experience nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Fluvir Oral Suspension are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, contact your doctor.

Take this medicine only if prescribed by the doctor. Never encourage self-medication or suggest your medicine to someone else. Do not take Fluvir Oral Suspension if you are allergic to Fluvir Oral Suspension. Before using this Fluvir Oral Suspension, 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 Fluvir Oral Suspension as a dose adjustment may be required.

Uses of Fluvir Oral Suspension

Fluvir Oral Suspension is used in the treatment of the flu (influenza A and B). The detailed uses of Fluvir Oral Suspension are as follows:
•Treatment of Influenza: Fluvir Oral Suspension is primarily used to alleviate symptoms caused by the influenza virus, helping to reduce the duration and severity of flu-related symptoms.
•Support for Respiratory Infections: Fluvir Oral Suspension also supports the treatment of viral respiratory infections, providing relief from cough, congestion, and other discomforts associated with the illness.
•Paediatric Use: Fluvir Oral Suspension is often formulated for children, making it a more palatable option for young patients who may struggle with tablets or capsules.
•Reducing fever: Fluvir Oral Suspension can help lower fever associated with viral infections, providing comfort to individuals experiencing elevated body temperatures.
•Immune System Support: Fluvir Oral Suspension may contain ingredients to enhance the immune response, helping the body fight infections more effectively.

Directions for Use

  • Fluvir Oral Suspension can be taken with or without food, or as directed by your physician.
  • Be sure to follow your doctor's instructions regarding the dosage and duration of treatment.
  • For Suspension: Take the prescribed dose of Fluvir Oral Suspension by mouth using the measuring cup provided with the pack.
  • For Dry syrup: Gently tap the bottle a few times to loosen the powder. Add boiled and cooled water until it reaches the mark on the bottle. Close the bottle tightly and shake well to form a uniform suspension. Take the prescribed dose of the reconstituted suspension by mouth using the measuring cup provided with the pack.
  • Avoid using regular household spoons, as they may not accurately measure the dose.

Medicinal Benefits

Fluvir Oral Suspension contains a class of antiviral medication, oseltamivir, which is used to treat viral infections. 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 Fluvir Oral Suspension Works

Fluvir Oral Suspension 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
Side effects of Fluvir Oral Suspension 75 ml
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.
Here are the precise steps to cope with diarrhoea caused by medication usage:
  • Inform Your Doctor: Notify your doctor immediately about your diarrhoea symptoms. This allows them to adjust your medication or provide guidance on managing side effects.
  • Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids to replace lost water and electrolytes. Choose water, clear broth, and electrolyte-rich drinks. Avoid carbonated or caffeinated beverages to effectively rehydrate your body.
  • Follow a Bland Diet: Eat easy-to-digest foods to help firm up your stool and settle your stomach. Try incorporating bananas, rice, applesauce, toast, plain crackers, and boiled vegetables into your diet.
  • Avoid Trigger Foods: Steer clear of foods that can worsen diarrhoea, such as spicy, fatty, or greasy foods, high-fibre foods, and dairy products (especially if you're lactose intolerant).
  • Practice Good Hygiene: Maintain good hygiene to prevent the spread of infection. To stay healthy, wash your hands frequently, clean and disinfect surfaces regularly, and avoid exchanging personal belongings with others.
  • Take Anti-Diarrheal Medications: If your doctor advises, anti-diarrheal medications such as loperamide might help manage diarrhoea symptoms. Always follow your doctor's directions.
  • Keep track of your diarrhoea symptoms. If they don't get better or worse or are accompanied by severe stomach pain, blood, or dehydration signs (like extreme thirst or dark urine), seek medical help.
  • 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.

What if I have taken an overdose of Fluvir Oral Suspension

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Fluvir Oral Suspension. An overdose of Fluvir Oral Suspension 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. If an overdose is suspected, seek immediate medical attention. Treatment is usually supportive and may involve activated charcoal if ingestion was recent.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Fluvir Oral Suspension if you are allergic to Fluvir Oral Suspension. Before using this Fluvir Oral Suspension, inform your doctor if you have suicidal thoughts, confusion, and kidney diseases. If you have a weak immune system, please inform your doctor before taking Fluvir Oral Suspension as a dose adjustment may be required. Fluvir Oral Suspension may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting when you get up too quickly from a lying position, especially when you start taking Fluvir Oral Suspension so please get up gradually. Also, do not drive a car or operate any machinery which requires concentration as Fluvir Oral Suspension may cause dizziness. If you have a weak immune system, please inform your doctor before taking Fluvir Oral Suspension as a dose adjustment may be required. Drink plenty of fluid as Fluvir Oral Suspension can cause dehydration and kidney damage.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Take it with food to avoid stomach upset.
  • Avoid alcoholic beverages with Fluvir Oral Suspension as it can make you dehydrated and may affect your sleep.
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acid containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil 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

Fluvir Oral Suspension Substitute

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Alcohol

Caution

Alcohol is not known to cause any unpleasant side effects if taken along with Fluvir Oral Suspension. But intake of alcohol with Fluvir Oral Suspension may damage your liver. So intake of Fluvir Oral Suspension should be avoided with Fluvir Oral Suspension.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Fluvir Oral Suspension is a pregnancy Category C medicine. It is not known whether Fluvir Oral Suspension will affect pregnant women or fetus or not. However, the intake of Fluvir Oral Suspension should not be associated with an increased risk of congenital disabilities.

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Breast Feeding

Safe if prescribed

Very few active parts of Fluvir Oral Suspension pass into the milk, but it gives a therapeutic effect to the baby.

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Driving

Unsafe

Fluvir Oral Suspension can affect alertness and coordination. So, operating machinery which requires concentration should be avoided.

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Liver

Unsafe

Not safe because Fluvir Oral Suspension interacts with liver disease.

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Kidney

Unsafe

Not safe because Fluvir Oral Suspension has an interaction with kidney disease.

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Children

Caution

The safety and efficacy of Fluvir Oral Suspension in children have not been established. Hence, contact your doctor.

Have a query?

FAQs

Fluvir Oral Suspension 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, stuffy nose, sore throat, chills/fevers, and tiredness.

If you miss a dose of Fluvir Oral Suspension, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not take an extra dose to make up for a missed dose.

Do not stop taking Fluvir Oral Suspension without talking to your doctor. If you suddenly stop taking Fluvir Oral Suspension, 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.

Fluvir Oral Suspension is not used for the common cold, sore throat, or sinus infection. It is used for symptoms of influenza viral infection.

Fluvir Oral Suspension may be taken with antibiotics only if recommended by the doctor. Talk to your doctor before use.

Fluvir Oral Suspension 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.

Fluvir Oral Suspension 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.

Fluvir Oral Suspension contains oseltamivir, which is an antiviral medication.

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

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

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

Fluvir Oral Suspension is neither an antibiotic nor a sulfa drug. It is an antiviral medication.

Fluvir Oral Suspension does not treat colds or infections caused by bacteria or other viruses.

Fluvir Oral Suspension 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, Fluvir Oral Suspension is safe effective medication used to treat Influenza flu (cough, stuffy nose, sore throat, chills/fevers, and tiredness).

Fluvir Oral Suspension 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.

It depends on your 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

7-2-A2, Hetero Corporate, Industrial Estates, Sanath Nagar, Hyderabad – 500 018. Telangana, INDIA
Other Info - FLU0259

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Reference

  1. https://www.ciplamed.com/product-index/antiflu-capsules-suspension?product-speciality=All
  2. https://www.drugs.com/oseltamivir.html#before-taking
  3. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-17765-5294/tamiflu-oral/oseltamivir-oral/details
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