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How to Take Zanamivir and it's Dose


It comes in a powder form for inhalation, two times per day.

Dosage & When it is to be taken

Adult: Inhalation- Influenza A and B- 10 mg twice daily for 5 days, to be started as soon as possible (within 48 hours) after onset of symptoms.
Prophylaxis of influenza A and B- Household setting: 10 mg once daily for 10 days, to be started within 36 hours of exposure; community outbreak: 10 mg once daily for 28 days, to be started within 5 days of outbreak.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

Drug Name : Zanamivir

This medication is an antiviral agent and neuraminidase inhibitor, prescribed for the prevention and treatment of flu.


Trade Names/Brand Names of Zanamivir

India :


International :


Relenza
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