Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension
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Product introduction
Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension 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 the flu virus infection like a stuffy or runny nose, sore throat, cough, body aches, tiredness, headache, fever, and chills.
Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension is used to treat or prevent flu (influenza) in adults as well as new born babies
Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension is used to treat or prevent flu (influenza) in adults as well as new born babies
Uses of Osevir Oral Suspension
Benefits of Osevir Oral Suspension
In Treatment of Influenza (flu)
Influenza is a viral infection that attacks your respiratory system (nose, throat and lungs). It is often called the flu. Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension helps to prevent the spread of the infection by restricting the movement of infection causing viruses into uninfected parts of the body from the infected ones. Take Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension as prescribed by the doctor to get maximum benefit.
Side effects of Osevir Oral Suspension
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Osevir
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
How to use Osevir Oral Suspension
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Osevir Oral Suspension works
Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension is a neuraminidase inhibitor. It inhibits neuraminidase (influenza virus enzyme) that helps the viruses to enter into uninfected cells of the body to cause or spread influenza infection in the body. This is how it works against the virus to treat influenza (flu).
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on use of Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
Limited information is available on use of Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Gamma amino acids derivatives {Acetamido cyclohexene}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Neuraminidase Inhibitors
Patient concerns
FAQs
Can I take Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension for cold, sinus infection, or sore throat?
Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension is not indicated for common cold, sinus infection, or sore throat. It is indicated for symptoms of influenza viral infection
Is Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension an antibiotic or a sulfa drug?
Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension is an anti-influenza drug. It is not an antibiotic or sulfa drug
Can I take oseltamivir with Tylenol, Nyquil, amoxicillin, ibuprofen, Mucinex, or azithromycin?
Oseltamivir can be taken with Tylenol (paracetamol), Nyquil (paracetamol, dextromethorphan, doxylamine, amoxicillin, ibuprofen, Mucinex, or azithromycin only if prescribed by your doctor
Is Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension available or sold over the counter?
No. Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension is a prescription drug. It is not available or sold over the counter
Can I take Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension with antibiotics?
Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension may be taken with antibiotics only if prescribed by the doctor. Consult your doctor before use
Is Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension safe?
Yes. Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side effects, consult your doctor
Does Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension cause high blood pressure?
Osevir 12mg Oral Suspension is not expected to cause high blood pressure. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor.
Disclaimer:
Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Acosta EP, Flexner C. Antiviral Agents (Nonretroviral). In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1608-609.
- Safrin S. Antiviral Agents. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 872.
Marketer details
Name: Innovative Pharmaceuticals
Address: 501, Pearl Arcade, J.P.Road, Andheri (West), Mumbai-58, (Mahrashtra) INDIA
Country of origin: India
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