Fluvir
Fluvir is an antiviral medication containing Oseltamivir, which belongs to a class of medicines called neuraminidase inhibitors. It works by stopping the influenza virus from spreading inside the body, helping to ease symptoms and shorten recovery time when taken within 48 hours of symptom onset.
Dosage by Body Weight
Best started within 48 hours of the first symptoms of flu. For treatment, it is typically taken twice daily for 5 days. For prevention, it is taken once daily for 10 days or up to 6 weeks during an outbreak. It can be taken with or without food, though taking it with food reduces the chance of stomach upset.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Consult a pediatrician
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy in newborns less than 2 weeks of age are not fully established without specialist supervision.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 30 mg
- Frequency
- Twice daily for 5 days
- Tracking Notes
- Equivalent to 5 mL of the 6 mg/mL oral suspension. Dosage may vary based on age; consult a doctor.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 30 mg
- Frequency
- Twice daily for 5 days
- Tracking Notes
- Equivalent to 5 mL of the 6 mg/mL oral suspension.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 30 mg
- Frequency
- Twice daily for 5 days
- Tracking Notes
- Equivalent to 5 mL of the 6 mg/mL oral suspension.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 45 mg
- Frequency
- Twice daily for 5 days
- Tracking Notes
- Equivalent to 7.5 mL of the 6 mg/mL oral suspension.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Consult a pediatrician | Use only if prescribed | Safety and efficacy in newborns less than 2 weeks of age are not fully established without specialist supervision. |
| 5-7 kg | 30 mg | Twice daily for 5 days | Equivalent to 5 mL of the 6 mg/mL oral suspension. Dosage may vary based on age; consult a doctor. |
| 8-10 kg | 30 mg | Twice daily for 5 days | Equivalent to 5 mL of the 6 mg/mL oral suspension. |
| 11-15 kg | 30 mg | Twice daily for 5 days | Equivalent to 5 mL of the 6 mg/mL oral suspension. |
| 16-20 kg | 45 mg | Twice daily for 5 days | Equivalent to 7.5 mL of the 6 mg/mL oral suspension. |
Formulation
Purpose
Treatment and prevention of Influenza A and Influenza B (flu) infections.
Generic Name
OseltamivirScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.