Anti-influenza drugs in the treatment of influenza. Video - Medicine for flu and colds of a new generation

Neuraminidase inhibitors are active against influenza viruses type A and B. The mechanism of action of the drugs involves blocking the viral enzyme. Under the influence of the drug, the ability of pathogens to penetrate the respiratory epithelium is impaired. Difficulty in the penetration of virions into the cell leads to the destruction of the pathogen by the protective components of the intrabronchial secretion.

Smokers have a reduced content of immunoglobulin A in the wall of the bronchial epithelium. When choosing medications to prevent influenza in this category of patients, the dosage of neuraminidase blockers should be increased. Inhibitors reduce the formation of interleukins (cytokines) and weaken the systemic manifestations of viral diseases. When taking Relenza, appetite is restored in practice.

To achieve a positive effect, you should take antiviral medications for the first 3 days. Practical studies have proven a three-day period for the pathogen to multiply within the bronchial epithelium. During this period, the temperature increases in 85% of patients. Hyperthermia is an indicator of the onset of infection. If you start taking antiviral drugs at this interval, infection is prevented and the likelihood of complications is reduced.

Common neuraminidase inhibitors are zanamivir, oseltamivir. The last drug is prescribed for 5 days, 75-150 mg. Prophylactic dose – 75 mg twice a day for 5 weeks. A dosage reduction is required in patients with impaired creatinine clearance - less than 30 ml per minute.

Relenza (zanamivir) is a structural analogue of sialic acid. The chemical structure of the drug is a neuraminidase substrate. The medication is administered using a special inhaler - a diskhaler. The drug is prescribed twice a day, 10 mg. For preventive purposes, 10 mg is prescribed once a day. Practical experiments have proven the rapid accumulation of Relenza at the site of primary infection.

When using neuraminidase blockers, a side effect is observed in 1.5% of cases. Sinusitis, diarrhea, nausea, dizziness, headache are common side effects from using the drug. The medicine should be used carefully in patients with bronchospasm and bronchopulmonary diseases.

Tamiflu

Powder for the preparation of Tamiflu oral suspension:

The prepared suspension is intended for oral administration. To prepare the suspension, the closed bottle should be shaken several times, after which 52 ml of drinking water should be measured and added to the bottle with the powder. After adding water, close the bottle tightly with a lid and shake for 15 seconds until an equilibrium suspension is formed. After the suspension is ready, remove the protective cap and insert the adapter into the neck of the bottle. Next, you should tightly close the bottle with the lid again so that the adapter takes the correct position. It is recommended to mark the date of preparation of the suspension on the bottle label.

Before each use of Tamiflu, shake the bottle thoroughly. Dosing should be done using the measuring syringe included in the kit. To draw the suspension into the syringe, you need to move the piston to the tip of the syringe, open the bottle, attach the tip of the syringe to the adapter and, turning the bottle upside down, draw the required amount of suspension into the syringe. The suspension can be taken directly from a dosing syringe. After each dose of the drug, the dosing syringe should be disassembled and washed in running water.

The suspension is taken regardless of food intake. The dose of oseltamivir and duration of therapy are determined by the doctor.

For the treatment of influenza, adults and adolescents are usually prescribed 75 mg of oseltamivir twice daily.
The maximum recommended daily dose of oseltamivir is 150 mg (it should be taken into account that increasing the daily dose does not increase the effectiveness of Tamiflu).

For post-exposure prophylaxis of influenza, adults and children weighing more than 40 kg are usually prescribed 75 mg of oseltamivir per day for 10 days.

For seasonal prevention of influenza, adults and children weighing more than 40 kg are usually prescribed 75 mg of oseltamivir per day during the entire period of the epidemic. The safety of taking Tamiflu for 6 weeks has been proven.

Children over 1 year of age weighing less than 15 kg are usually prescribed oseltamivir in a single dose of 30 mg.

Children over 1 year of age weighing from 15 to 23 kg are usually prescribed oseltamivir in a single dose of 45 mg.

Children over 1 year of age weighing from 23 to 40 kg are usually prescribed oseltamivir in a single dose of 60 mg.

To treat influenza, children are prescribed a single dose of Tamiflu twice a day.

For children weighing more than 40 kg, oseltamivir is prescribed in doses recommended for adults.

The duration of therapy is 5 days.

During an influenza pandemic, children aged 6 to 12 months are prescribed 3 mg of oseltamivir per 1 kg of body weight twice a day under the supervision of a physician. Duration of therapy is 5 days.

To prevent influenza, children over 1 year of age are usually prescribed a single dose of oseltamivir once a day. The duration of post-exposure prophylaxis is 10 days, the duration of seasonal prophylaxis is calculated depending on the duration of the epidemic and can be up to 6 weeks.

And colds of a new generation

Etiotropic drugs against influenza

These are chemical medications that have the ability to suppress the activity of viruses. A prominent representative of such drugs is rimantadine, which doctors have successfully used in the treatment of influenza for more than two decades. It is very good for influenza type A. Rimantadine is able to suppress the activity of viruses that cause the destruction of body cells. The drug blocks their activity and prevents the virus from multiplying - in scientific terms, it turns off the nuclear phase of virus reproduction.

This drug in the treatment of influenza is usually prescribed no later than two days after the first symptoms of influenza appear according to this scheme. For 1 day take 300 mg, 2nd day – 200 mg, 3rd day – 100 mg of the drug once. Doctors consider this drug to be very effective, but its significant disadvantage is that its spectrum of action on viruses is too narrow.

Oseltamivir

Another effective medicine for influenza is oseltamivir (in our country it is part of the drug Tami-flu). This is a new generation medication that is used to treat flu symptoms. It is good because it affects both types of influenza - A and B.

When its components combine with influenza viruses, it blocks the ability of this virus to break down a living cell, so that new viruses are not secreted from it. Therefore, the body is not infected as actively as with an uncontrolled invasion of viruses.

If this drug is taken orally, a substance remains in the blood for a long time, which suppresses the activity of viruses and prevents them from infecting the body and poisoning it with toxins of dead cells. A drug containing oseltamivir (in our case, Tamiflu) is recommended to eliminate flu symptoms in children over 12 years of age and adults. It should be taken on the recommendation of a doctor, 75 mg at a time, twice a day - morning and evening. The course of treatment is 5 days. The good thing about the drug is that it is easily tolerated even by those patients who, in addition to the flu, suffer from concomitant diseases.

Sometimes (rarely) the gastrointestinal tract does not respond well to the medicine, and then a person may experience symptoms such as nausea. Among the precautions for taking this drug is that it is not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women, since the effect on an unborn or recently born child has not yet been studied.

This drug is recommended for the treatment of influenza for good reason. It is good because it affects strains of influenza type A and B, which cause moderate and severe forms. It perfectly increases the body's resistance to various types of infections and reduces intoxication of the body. In particular, arbidol prevents the virus from merging with the cells of the body and affecting them. Just take it, like other drugs, without a doctor’s recommendation, especially for people with hypersensitivity to its components. Arbidol is contraindicated in children under two years of age.

Immunotropic drugs for influenza

Treatment of influenza, as a rule, causes many unpleasant symptoms due to intoxication of the body with waste products of viruses: nausea, headache, aching joints, fever. Therefore, combination therapy is used to treat influenza. For it to be effective, interferon inducers or interferons themselves are introduced into the course of treatment - agents that help the immune system cope with the disease.

Interferons have an excellent effect on viruses and suppress their activity. These drugs are good because they destroy viruses at the initial stage of their reproduction - the synthesis of specific viral proteins.

Doctors consider Viferon, ridostin, hyporamin, amiksin, reaferon, interferon to be active representatives of these drugs.

Viferon copes very well with flu symptoms thanks to a substance similar to human interferons, as well as ascorbic acid and tocopherol in its composition. This drug actively fights the proliferation of viruses and has an active effect on cells, activating their work. Viferon also perfectly stimulates the immune system, helping it cope with enemy viruses. Viferon is usually prescribed 500 thousand IU twice a day - morning and evening. The course of treatment is 5 days.

Ridostin

This drug is also considered a strong immunomodulator. This is an interferon inducer, which has high molecular weight properties and a natural formula. It is considered a very highly effective drug for flu and colds. The course of treatment is only 2 days. The drug is administered by injection 2 times every 48 hours, its dose reaches 8 ml.

Hyporamine

This is a herbal medicine that effectively destroys both viruses and microbes, and also helps the immune system cope with the flu.

Doctors prescribe this drug in the form of tablets of 0.02 g for 3 days. It is taken 4 to 6 times per day, one tablet. Hyporamine can also be in the form of rectal suppositories, which are administered against the flu 2 times a day for three days. Hyporamine can also be in the form of a solution - then it is used for inhalation in a 0.2% solution.

You need to know that the doctor prescribes all etiotropic drugs for the treatment of influenza no later than two days after the first symptoms of influenza appear. These drugs can reduce the duration and severity of your illness by almost half.

Antiviral

Tamiflu (oseltamivir phosphate) and Relenza (zanamivir) are two effective antiviral drugs recommended for use against newly circulating influenza viruses.

The older drugs amantadine and rimantadine are approved by the medical community for the treatment and prevention of influenza A. But many strains of influenza, including 2009 H1N1 influenza, are now resistant to these two drugs. Medical experts recommend the use of these two drugs only when specific strains of the virus may be susceptible to these drugs.

Traditionally, the peak incidence of various influenza strains occurs in March and November.

At the beginning of 2016, large areas of Russia experienced relatively warm weather. This caused the peak to shift to late January and February. The epidemic threshold was exceeded for a long time, even in March. The peak incidence was caused by the H1N1 strain or swine flu.

Every year, a huge number of people suffer from the flu. At the beginning of 2016, thousands of people died, and for many the disease brought excruciating suffering. In more than 40 regions of Russia, the incidence threshold was exceeded, with deaths recorded until the end of March. Pharmacies lacked antiviral drugs, and clinics and hospitals had difficulty coping with the flow of sick people.

The flu can be prevented by vaccination, but it is impossible to say with exact certainty what type of virus will cause an epidemic. In the 2016-2017 season, a November surge in infection should be expected, but strains usually circulate, and the likelihood of a recurrence of swine flu is low.

Official forecasts of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation assume a high incidence among all age groups of the population in 2016-2017. Full information about the forecasts can be found here.

For effective protection, antiviral drugs, for example, rimantadine, oseltamivir, or preventive vaccination should be taken throughout the outbreak. Flu is especially dangerous for people with weak immune systems, elderly and weakened patients with chronic diseases. Vaccination is mandatory for this segment of the population.

How to avoid getting infected with the flu virus

The influenza virus is extremely contagious. Being in the company of people who are sick with this infection, it is impossible to avoid the virus entering the body. Whenever someone coughs, sneezes, or clears the nasal cavity in the presence of a person, the pathogen can easily infect everyone in the immediate vicinity. The risk of virus infection increases especially in a closed office space. If a person is not protected in any way, then infection will occur in 95% of cases. To avoid getting sick, there are several ways to prevent the flu.

Flu vaccination

The most effective option to avoid viral infection is vaccination. The essence of the procedure is simple - it is a regular vaccination, performed subcutaneously or intramuscularly. Flu vaccination is included in the list of vaccinations recommended by the national calendar.

All public health centers in Russia are provided with free vaccines every year. Anyone can undergo preventive vaccination after examination by a local physician at a clinic at their place of residence. In addition, the pharmacy chain sells drugs from any manufacturer, the cost of which is low compared to the benefits brought by the vaccination.

If everyone in the country were vaccinated, there would be no flu epidemic. However, statistics show that the percentage of those vaccinated rarely exceeds twenty. This is due to the population’s frivolous perception of the threat of the virus, as well as a reluctance to subject their body to painful interventions. Typically, only those employed in official industries, where vaccination is mandatory, are vaccinated.

Getting vaccinated does not completely protect you from getting sick. However, those who are vaccinated do not develop severe forms of illness, there are no complications, and no deaths have been reported. The disease often passes over a person, and if he becomes infected, he suffers from a mild form of the flu within a few days.

There are several well-known brand names for vaccinations. All of them contain a weakened influenza virus, after which it enters the body, protective antibodies are formed in it.

The names of the drugs are:

Flu;
Influvac;
Vaxigrip;
Inflexal;
Fluarix.

Any of these drugs is based on weakened strains of the virus and a solvent, which is water for injection. Some manufacturers add azoximer bromide to the vaccine. This substance stimulates the immune system and increases the production of interferon in the body.

All medications have the same effect. They differ due to the company that produces the drug.

What are the benefits of vaccination?

There are no severe forms of influenza after vaccination;
high efficiency - more than 80 percent of vaccinated people do not get sick at all;
practically no side effects;
just one injection of medication.

In weakened patients, especially those suffering from serious diseases, such as diabetes, vaccination helps save a person’s life, since the virus can be complicated by pneumonia. The benefits of vaccination during pregnancy are undeniable. Without affecting the fetus, the vaccine will protect the body of the mother and unborn child from the negative effects of the virus. After vaccination, there is no need to take other protective agents.

Flu vaccination: contraindications

There are also contraindications for using the vaccine. They are few:

allergy to chicken protein;
severe reaction of the patient to previous vaccinations in the form of fever or allergic manifestations;
low-grade fever, but this is a relative contraindication, that is, the vaccination is simply postponed until the temperature normalizes.

When vaccination should be postponed until consultation with a specialist:

for acute respiratory infections;
for any fever;
with a sharp exacerbation of autoimmune diseases;
with high sensitization of the body to any allergens.

If you have a fever or signs of acute illness, vaccination should simply be postponed for two or three weeks until you have recovered. But what about allergy sufferers? The vaccine contains foreign proteins from weakened viruses. Theoretically, there is a risk of allergies. However, in practice there are very few such reactions. However, if severe allergic reactions occur frequently, vaccination should not be done.

Flu vaccination: who should get it?

Anyone can get vaccinated against the flu before the epidemic season. This procedure is available in all clinics. All you have to do is make an appointment with your local therapist and express your desire. However, there are categories of people for whom vaccination is strongly recommended. These include:

workers in the educational, medical and social spheres who regularly come into contact with large numbers of people;
the entire population over 65 years of age;
patients with chronic pathologies of the respiratory, cardiovascular and urinary systems;
persons suffering from diabetes;
people who have cancer;
carriers of HIV, as well as those suffering from chronic viral hepatitis;
all children from 6 months of age;
pregnant and lactating women.

During pregnancy, the influenza vaccine will not have a negative effect on the fetus, but will protect the woman and her unborn child from exposure to the deadly virus. Pregnant women, especially in later stages, regularly experience severe forms of influenza, so vaccination is the only reliable way to protect yourself.

Immunomodulators for influenza: who can help?

For those who do not want to get vaccinated, there is another way to prevent the flu. It consists of taking daily medications that stimulate the immune system. This increases the body’s resistance to infection, while the virus that has entered the nasopharynx cannot manifest its active properties, since it will be destroyed by the human defenses. There are a lot of drugs, and every year pharmacological companies expand the list of available drugs.

Which remedy is most effective? This question is rather rhetorical, since, having a similar mechanism of action, all drugs entering the market have pronounced immunoprotective properties. The effect of different drugs during an epidemic cannot be compared for ethical reasons. Therefore, comparisons of effectiveness in humans have not been made.

The list of the most commonly used drugs looks like this:

Remantadine;
oxolinic ointment;
Kagocel;
Ingavirin;
Ergoferon;
Oseltamivir;
Grippferon.

Remantadine

Remantadine is a typical antiviral agent. Suppresses viral replication. Used for many years, highly effective as a preventive measure during epidemics of all strains of influenza virus type A. Taken orally once in the morning, dosage 50 mg. The duration of the course is for the entire period of the epidemic. It has a low cost and a very high price/quality ratio. Does not affect immunity, does not protect against other respiratory infections.

The drug is contraindicated in the following conditions:

severe diseases of the liver, kidneys, especially with insufficiency of their function;
thyrotoxicosis;
pregnancy;
lactation.

Oxolinic ointment

A classic drug used in medicine for a long time. It has an antiviral effect, destroying the virus upon contact with the active ingredient of the ointment. Apply to the nasal mucosa 3 times a day. Efficiency when used correctly is high. But the durability of the action is low, since the ointment is easily washed off from the mucous membrane. It is allowed to use more than three times a day. The duration of the course is the entire period of rising incidence. May cause a burning sensation upon application. It has no contraindications, with the exception of intolerance to the components of the drug. Absolutely safe during pregnancy and lactation.

Kagocel

Kagocel is a highly effective immunomodulator that helps produce interferon in the body. It is used internally according to the scheme; for adults, five-day doses alternate with weekly breaks. The course of treatment can reach several months, since the drug is non-toxic.

There are contraindications:

allergy to medication components;
lactose intolerance;
malabsorption syndrome;
pregnancy and feeding;
children under 3 years of age.

Ergoferon

The drug contains a complex of antibodies to various protein components. Has pronounced immunomodulatory activity. But experience with the drug is small, and the long-term prospects for its use have not been assessed. Used orally daily, one tablet per day. Cannot be used during pregnancy and lactation.

Ingavirin

The drug has a dual effect - it suppresses viral replication and improves immunity. Has a pronounced effect. Dose 90 mg once for 7 days. Not allowed during pregnancy, as well as for all children under adulthood.

Oseltamivir

One of the most powerful antiviral drugs. Completely inactivates the influenza virus and is also effective against other respiratory infections. Used internally in the form of tablets or suspension. Allowed for children from 6 months. The average dose for adults is 75 mg per day. Allowed during pregnancy. Its use is limited by its relatively high cost. Contraindicated only in case of individual intolerance, as well as in severe renal failure.

Zanamivir

A powerful antiviral drug, known in the pharmacy chain under the trade name “Relenza”. The action of the drug is based on two mechanisms - suppression of virus replication and inhibition of the enzyme through which the infection spreads throughout the body. The medicine is used by inhalation. For prevention, 2 inhalations are prescribed once. The duration of the course is 10 days. If the epidemic threshold is maintained, the course can be extended to 20 days. The drug is approved for children over 5 years of age, pregnant and lactating women. The only contraindication is increased individual sensitivity to zanamivir.

Grippferon

It is an inducer of endogenous interferon. Increases the body's resistance to the flu pathogen. Use intranasally every morning, one instillation. The effect of the medicine is individual and depends on the characteristics of the human body. Compatible with any other antiviral agents. Allowed during pregnancy and lactation. Do not use if you are hypersensitive to interferon, or if the body is highly sensitized to various allergens.

Umifenovir

The drug is widely known under the trade name "Arbidol". It has a dual effect - antiviral and immunomodulatory. Suppresses viral replication and stimulates the production of interferon. Used internally. The average prophylactic dose for adults and children over 12 years of age is 200 mg twice a week. The drug is non-toxic and can be used for a long time. The optimal course of preventive therapy is 6 weeks. The medicine should not be used in children under 3 years of age. The manufacturer has not provided information on the safety of using the product in pregnant and lactating women, so this category of women should avoid prescribing arbidol. Reliable evidence of the effectiveness of the drug for the prevention of influenza has not been established.

Flu First Aid Kit

During an epidemic, it is often difficult to buy medicine at a pharmacy. This is due to the fact that the demand for drugs is high, and the supply of drugs in the pharmacy chain is not unlimited. Therefore, it is better to purchase some medications in advance and keep them at home in case of an epidemic. However, not only drugs can help in the fight against infection; personal protective equipment will also not hurt.

rimantadine and oxolinic ointment are proven antiviral prophylactic drugs;
protective masks - will not protect against high concentrations of the virus, but will reduce the entry of infected sputum into the respiratory tract;
Kagocel is an immunomodulator with high efficiency;
paracetamol and ibuprofen are safe antipyretics in case illness occurs;
amoxicillin is a simple antibiotic for the prevention of bacterial complications;
ascorbic acid is a vitamin that increases the body’s resistance to the virus and speeds up recovery.

You shouldn't buy aspirin. For respiratory infections, the drug can have a negative effect on the respiratory system, in addition, the drug can cause erosive and ulcerative processes in the stomach. No need for anaferon. This is an ineffective medicine that helps produce interferon in the body. The therapeutic and preventive effect of the drug against viral invasion has not been proven.

What to do if you get the flu

Despite a large number of preventive methods, it is not always possible to protect against the virus. In most people, the disease occurs in a mild to moderate form, but with any variant, complications are possible that significantly worsen the quality of life of patients. Modern medicine is capable of significantly accelerating recovery with the help of pharmacological agents, so it is important to know the symptoms of the disease in order to begin targeted treatment as quickly as possible.

Main flu symptoms

From the moment of contact with the source of the virus, some time passes before the onset of the main symptoms of the disease. This period is called the incubation period, it lasts no more than 48 hours. During this period, the patient does not observe significant deviations from his health; only a slight sore throat and dry nose are possible.
Then the typical picture of the disease develops. The onset is acute and violent, symptoms appear unexpectedly, immediately sharply worsening the patient’s condition.

The main signs of the disease are as follows:

febrile or hectic fever;
chills;
severe weakness;
cough, initially completely dry;
sore throat, about a third of patients have pain when swallowing;
dry mouth and nasal cavity;
headache;
aching joints, bone pain, difficulty walking due to muscle weakness.

The main difference from common respiratory infections is a very acute onset. More than 90 percent of patients initially have a temperature above 39 degrees. It may increase slightly in people with weakened immune systems, but this is an unfavorable prognostic sign, since against this background complications often develop due to the body’s low resistance. There is another reason for a slight rise in temperature - this is how those who have been vaccinated survive the flu. In this case, the disease is mild and complete recovery occurs within a maximum of five days.

An important point is the absence of a runny nose in the first two or three days. With ordinary ARVI, a runny nose appears immediately. With the flu, there is severe dryness of the mucous membranes, and there may be no nasal discharge at all. After a couple of days, rhinitis sets in, the temperature at this point, as a rule, decreases, and there are tendencies towards recovery.

When to sound the alarm

Regardless of what strain of influenza is caused, there are several dangerous symptoms, the development of which should immediately contact a specialist. Warning signs include:

daily high fever of more than 39 degrees, which lasts for more than 3 days;
on the third day of illness, the runny nose does not appear, but the cough intensifies;
the appearance of shortness of breath, especially when talking or normal movements;
cyanosis – blue nails, lips;
a sharp drop in blood pressure;
hemoptysis;
chest pain.

If the above symptoms appear, there is a high risk of a serious complication – pneumonia. It is this negative side of the impact of the virus that often causes the death of patients.

What is typical for different strains of the virus

There are no clinically significant differences between the manifestations of different strains of the virus. In typical cases, the disease always develops according to the standard scenario: violent onset, cough, fever. With swine flu (H1N1), approximately 30 percent of patients experience intestinal symptoms in the first hours of illness. In this case, diarrhea, vomiting and dehydration are so pronounced that catarrhal symptoms fade into the background. All dyspeptic disorders usually disappear by the third day of illness, sometimes already by the second, and the course of influenza acquires characteristic features.

Illness caused by the H1N1 strain often develops pulmonary complications. First of all, it is pneumonia. Particularly dangerous are bilateral lung lesions, which can be fatal. This type of virus is most severe in children and pregnant women. Appearing cyanosis or increased shortness of breath should alert you to the unfavorable development of the disease.

The remaining strains, including the Hong Kong variant of H3N2, present with typical clinical symptoms. Compared to swine flu, with this type hemorrhagic complications occur more often, and pneumonia is less common.

Influenza B virus is more mild, the temperature usually lasts no more than 3 days, spontaneous recovery is possible without the use of medications. Deaths from influenza B are extremely rare.

How to treat the flu at home

It should be noted right away that one day of treatment will not do. Whatever medications a person takes, a minimum of 5 days is needed for the treatment process. If there are no alarming symptoms, treatment is usually started on an outpatient basis. In the presence of complications, as well as in severe cases of the disease, people with influenza are hospitalized.

Indications for sending a patient to hospital are as follows:

age over 65 years;
the presence of severe concomitant diseases;
children under 2 years old;
development of pneumonia;
pregnancy.

Hospitalization of patients with pneumonia is of particular importance. The recommendations of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation in this situation are clear: regardless of gender, age, patients with pneumonia due to influenza, especially with a bilateral process, are subject to mandatory hospitalization. The patient can refuse hospital treatment by writing a corresponding statement, but in this case he risks dying from respiratory failure.

Basic principles of flu treatment

The main directions in the treatment of the disease, regardless of the pathogen strain, look like this:

detoxification;
etiotropic treatment with antiviral drugs;
symptomatic therapy – antipyretics, analgesics;
antibacterial treatment as indicated.

1. In all cases, detoxification is of great importance. At home, this is an oral procedure. Achieved by drinking non-carbonated, unsweetened liquid, preferably alkaline. The recommended norm in the absence of heart and kidney diseases is 2.5 liters per day. In the hospital, detoxification is carried out by intravenous infusions of plasma-substituting solutions and drinking at the same time.

2. Antiviral therapy is carried out in two ways:

direct impact on the influenza virus in order to suppress its replication;
enhancing the body's production of interferon to stimulate its own defenses.

The earlier antiviral treatment is started, the higher its effectiveness. It is ideal if medications are prescribed on the very first day of illness. Oseltamivir and zanamivir have the greatest activity against the virus.

Oseltamivir known under the trade names "Tamiflu", "Nomides".
Adults are prescribed 75 mg twice a day for a period of 5 days. Children are allowed from 1 year. The medicine can be used during pregnancy.

The drug is usually well tolerated, but psychiatric abnormalities have been reported in some people taking the drug. They manifested themselves in the form of severe behavioral abnormalities, including life-threatening ones, both for the patient and those around him. Therefore, dynamic monitoring is necessary for a person taking oseltamivir.

Zanamivir known under the trade name Relenza. The average dose in adults is 10 mg 2 times a day. Method of use: inhalation. For one application – 2 inhalations. The course of therapy is 5 days. Allowed during pregnancy, as well as for children over 5 years old. A full study of the effect of the drug on the fetus has not been conducted, so it is permissible to use it during pregnancy only if the benefit for the woman exceeds.

Interferon stimulants are recommended to be prescribed to everyone who suffers from influenza, in the absence of intolerance and contraindications. The most commonly used are Kagocel, Ingavirin and Ergoferon. There is no fundamental difference which drug to use. They have approximately the same strength. They can be combined with symptomatic and antibacterial therapy. The average doses and course of treatment of the drugs are as follows:

kagocel– the first two days 12 tablets in three doses, then another 2 days, three tablets a day, the full course is 4 days;
ingavirin– 90 mg once a day for 7 days;
ergoferon– according to an individual regimen prescribed by a doctor.

3. In addition to specific therapy, it is necessary to combat the symptoms of the disease. First of all, you need to lower the temperature. The higher it is, the higher the risk of complications. Paracetamol is usually prescribed as the safest and most effective drug. The average dose for an adult is 1000 mg up to four times a day. No dosage adjustment is required in pregnant women. You can use combination medications based on paracetamol, as well as products with ibuprofen. The use of aspirin is undesirable, as it can provoke respiratory complications.

4. Prescribing antibiotics is a highly controversial issue. These substances do not affect the virus. In case of uncomplicated course of the disease they are not used. However, with a high risk of bacterial infection in persons with concomitant pathology, as well as with prolonged febrility, antibacterial agents are prescribed. Typically, drugs with an extended spectrum of activity are used, for example, amoxicillin or azithromycin.

Flu- a disease caused by influenza viruses. There are a huge number of varieties of the virus. In this article we will try to answer pressing questions that concern Russians in a situation where it is actively spreading among the population of our country.

1. What strain of influenza is causing illness in 2016?

In most cases, the A (H1N1) virus is sown, the so-called.

2. Why is swine flu dangerous?

Any flu is dangerous with complications, but with swine flu, extensive respiratory failure with rapid development occurs most often, which can only be helped by artificial ventilation in a hospital. Pneumonia is the most common cause of death in swine flu.

3. What are the differences between influenza and acute respiratory infections?

With influenza, the onset is acute, with a high temperature (up to 40 degrees), and with acute respiratory infections it is more gradual and the temperature does not exceed 38.5 degrees (rarely - 39 degrees). With acute respiratory infections, from the first days there is a runny nose, sneezing, and the general condition is slightly disturbed. With the flu, there is practically no runny nose or sneezing, but there is severe headache, photophobia, and muscle aches. With the flu, from the second day you suffer from cough and chest pain; with acute respiratory infections, cough is usually one of the first symptoms.

4. What medicines are effective against influenza?

Only one has proven effective in treating influenza. antiviral drug - Tamiflu. It prevents the virus from multiplying. It should be used in the first 48 hours of the disease. This is an indispensable condition.

Do not forget about vitamin preparations, as well as products that enhance immunity.

Generally, symptomatic treatment of influenza. You should drink plenty of fluids, and if the temperature rises above 38 degrees Celsius, take antipyretic drugs (ibuprofen). There is no need to lower the temperature, this way the body fights the influenza virus. Acetylsalicylic acid is contraindicated for children under 12 years of age to reduce fever.

5. Is it possible to get an influenza vaccine during a flu epidemic?

No, it’s too late to get the vaccine, since it takes time to develop immunity against the flu - about three weeks. People who were vaccinated in 2015 should not worry, since the swine flu strain is present in the vaccine. Vaccinated citizens will not get the flu or will experience a mild form of the disease.

6. What remedies can help prevent influenza?

Before going out into public places, you can lubricate the nasal cavities or leukinferon ointment, which prevent the penetration of viruses.

It is worth washing your hands often with soap, wiping with antibacterial wipes, and ventilating the room.

During an epidemic, it is worth limiting visits to cinemas, cafes and other places where encountering the virus is most likely.

In fact, viral colds are an extremely common problem. There is hardly a person who has not encountered such a disease at least once in his life. This is why many people today are interested in the question of what to take for the flu.

It's no secret that in the modern world, a cold is not always perceived as a reason to see a doctor. Yes, in most cases, the flu goes away after 1-2 weeks, but do not forget that the disease can lead to a lot of complications. So what is better to take for influenza and acute respiratory viral infections? What groups of drugs exist? What does the most effective therapy look like? The answers to these questions will be of interest to many readers.

Antibiotics for flu - how effective are they?

At the first symptoms of a cold, people often try to get rid of the disease with the help of antibacterial agents. So what antibiotics should you take for the flu? In fact, taking such drugs in this case is useless. The fact is that they are simply powerless against viruses. Therefore, when the first symptoms appear, you should consult a doctor. After a thorough diagnosis, a specialist will be able to determine what type of pathogenic microorganisms caused the disease.

The only exceptions can be those cases when influenza or another acute respiratory viral infection led to the development of bacterial complications. Due to weakened immunity, an increase in the activity of bacterial microorganisms may be observed. Flu is often complicated by otitis, frontal sinusitis, and sinusitis. To this list you can add bacterial pneumonia, meningitis, encephalitis, septic conditions (this is extremely rare, most often in people with immunodeficiency).

And in such cases, what antibiotics should I take for the flu? Your doctor will select the appropriate antibacterial agent for you, since much depends on the strain of bacteria and the general condition of the body. Most often, patients are prescribed broad-spectrum antibiotics - Flemoxin, Doxycycline, Augmentin, Amoxicycline and others.

What medications should I take for the flu? Complex therapy

A cold is a problem that every person regularly faces. So what should you take if you have the flu? In fact, it all depends on the type of pathogen, the state of the immune system, the severity of the disease, etc. In any case, if you have symptoms, you should still consult a doctor, since other, more dangerous diseases may be hidden under the guise of an acute respiratory infection.

Flu requires complex therapy, which includes not only taking medications, but also the correct regimen, preventive precautions, hygiene, good nutrition, etc. What medications are taken for the flu?

antiviral drugs;
medications containing interferon or stimulating its synthesis (interferon helps strengthen immune defense and speed up the healing process);
symptomatic therapy is also carried out - for example, in case of a severe runny nose, nasal drops are needed, and in the presence of a cough, appropriate expectorants are prescribed, etc.

The most popular and effective antiviral drugs

Today, there are many that help cope with the disease, reduce the severity of symptoms, and also speed up the recovery process.

For example, drugs such as Deytiforin, Adapromin, Arbidol and many others are considered quite effective. These drugs are really effective, but they are highly specific - they are active only against influenza A and B viruses. Of the analogues of the above-mentioned drugs, Remantadine is the most popular. Some pharmaceutical companies also market the medicine under the name Algirem.

How to take Remantadine for the flu? Tablets intended for adults should be taken after meals. As a rule, doctors recommend taking 100 mg of the active ingredient twice a day. The course of treatment lasts 5-7 days. If you are interested in questions about what is best for a child to take if they have the flu, then you should give preference to Remantadine (or Algirem) in syrup form. Children from 1 to 3 years old take two teaspoons of syrup (10 ml) 2-3 times a day. For a child aged 3-7 years, the dose is increased to 15 ml 2-3 times a day.

It is worth noting that the above drugs are usually used to treat flu and colds in the early stages. Only the attending physician can prescribe them.

Interferons for the treatment of influenza

What to take if you have the flu to speed up recovery? Quite often, so-called interferon drugs are included in the course of treatment. These drugs inhibit the process in the body, which, accordingly, allows the immune system to defeat the infection. Today there are many such drugs.

For example, “Viferon” is considered quite popular, the active components of which are obtained using genetic engineering methods. This medicine has an antiviral effect, activates the immune system, protects cells from damage, and also acts as an antioxidant. The drug is available in the form of rectal suppositories (for children of different ages), as well as nasal ointment.

Naturally, modern pharmacology offers other drugs of this type. For example, “Sveferon”, “Inferon”, “Egiferon”, “Leukinferon”, as well as “Grippferon”, “Interlock” are considered highly effective. All these drugs have similar properties - they block the reproduction of any viruses. They are produced mainly in the form of nasal drops, which, by the way, helps to minimize the likelihood of infection entering through the respiratory tract (therefore they can also be used as a prophylaxis).

Interferon inducers

No less effective are drugs that stimulate the body’s production of its own interferon, which, of course, ensures a quick recovery. These drugs are effective against not only the influenza virus, but also other acute respiratory infections.

One of the most popular today is the drug “Amiksin”. This product is also available under other names - Tiloron, Lavomax. Maximum activation of interferon synthesis is observed 18 hours after taking the tablet. How to take Amiksin for the flu? The dosage in this case is determined by the attending physician. But, as a rule, in the first two days the patient is recommended to drink 125-250 mg of the active ingredient, then take a break for a day, then resume treatment, taking 125 mg. The course of treatment most often lasts about a week, but the maximum number of tablets taken is 6 pieces.

Products containing methylglucamine acridone acetate are no less effective. The most famous drug in this group is Cycloferon. It is worth noting that this remedy has virtually no side effects. It is used to treat not only adults, but also children over one year old. The maximum concentration of interferon in the patient’s blood is observed 8 hours after administration, and the level of this substance remains for another 48-72 hours.

The latest generation drug is Neovir, the main active component of which is sodium oxydihydroacridinyl acetate. This product is produced in the form of a solution for intramuscular injection and is widely used in modern medicine to treat severe forms of influenza, some other colds and herpes.

Sometimes doctors use the drug "Dibazol" for the flu. How to take this remedy? To begin with, it is worth noting that this medicine has myotropic, vasodilating and antispasmodic properties. And it is used mainly for the treatment of diseases associated with spasm of smooth muscles, as well as hypertensive crisis and some neurological disorders.

However, Dibazol has a mild immunostimulating effect. And in some cases it is used to treat acute respiratory viral infections, but only in combination with calcium gluconate and ascorbic acid. The solution is administered intravenously.

Symptomatic treatment

Of course, in this case it is extremely important. So what medications should you take for the flu? In fact, it all depends on the disorders present and the general condition of the patient - sometimes additional therapy is not required, and sometimes many additional drugs need to be introduced into the treatment regimen.

Complex products help eliminate the unpleasant symptoms of influenza and ARVI, maintain efficiency, but often contain phenylephrine, a substance that increases blood pressure, which gives a feeling of cheerfulness, but can cause side effects from the cardiovascular system. Therefore, in some cases, it is better to choose a drug without components of this kind, for example, AntiGrippin from Natur Product, which helps relieve the unpleasant symptoms of ARVI without causing an increase in blood pressure.

There are contraindications. It is necessary to consult a specialist.

Quite often, patients are prescribed non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. For example, Diclofenac, Ibuprofen, Nurofen, and Paracetamol are considered quite effective. These remedies help eliminate fever, reduce the intensity of the inflammatory process, and also have analgesic properties.
In case of a strong increase in temperature (if taking anti-inflammatory drugs for one reason or another is impossible), the doctor may prescribe other antipyretic drugs - Aspirin, Mefenamic acid, etc.
A cold is often accompanied by severe nasal congestion, which makes breathing difficult and worsens the patient's condition. What to take if you have the flu? Vasoconstrictor nasal drops are considered quite effective, they reduce swelling and facilitate the outflow of fluid from the sinuses. For example, “Otrivin”, “Xilen”, “Rinorus”, “Galazolin” are considered quite effective. On the other hand, it is worth remembering that such drops can be used for no longer than 5-7 days.
Medicines are also needed to relieve a sore throat. Of course, the most effective remedy is gargling - for this purpose, you can use home remedies, including a weak solution of soda or peroxide, chamomile or sage decoctions. At the pharmacy you can buy special tablets and lozenges, for example “Strepsils”, “Linkas”, “Septefril”, “Lisobakt”. If necessary, you can use disinfectant sprays for the throat, in particular, Orasept or Hexoral.
For a dry cough, doctors, as a rule, prescribe expectorants - these can be “Broncholitin”, “ACC”, “Lazolvan”, “Ambroxol”, “Mukaotin”.
What other medications do doctors recommend to take for the flu? The course of treatment includes taking antihistamines. Firstly, these drugs reduce the risk of developing an allergic reaction to other medications taken. Secondly, they relieve swelling of the mucous membrane of the throat, nose and bronchi, which makes breathing much easier. The most effective and popular medications include Loratidine, Semprex, Suprastin, Claritin, Tavegil.

Of course, your doctor will tell you what you can take for the flu. But do not forget about some treatment rules. In particular, for colds, it is extremely important to maintain a drinking regime - you need to drink at least 2-3 liters of liquid per day. This helps speed up the process of removing toxins from the body and, accordingly, will reduce flu symptoms and prevent dehydration. And if drinks contain a large amount of vitamin C (for example, fresh juices, fruit drinks, decoctions of berries and medicinal herbs), then this will also have a positive effect on the activity of the immune system.

The patient also needs rest and bed rest. Physical activity, stress, and lack of rest increase the likelihood of developing certain complications.

Basic methods of prevention

Of course, sometimes it is much easier to prevent the development of a disease than to treat it. And therefore, many patients are interested in questions about what to take to prevent the flu. In fact, to prevent the disease, doctors, as a rule, prescribe the same drugs as to treat it, but only in different quantities. For example, the drug “Remantadine” is considered quite effective, which is affordable and sold in almost every pharmacy.

“Arbidol” is considered no less popular. If you have been in contact with a sick person, you need to take 0.2 g of the active substance per day for 1-2 weeks. During a seasonal outbreak of the disease, you can drink 0.1 g of the drug every few days - this will help prevent infection. Naturally, there are other means to help prevent the disease. For example, Aflubin helps strengthen immune defense and can be given even to small children.

However, just knowing what to take to prevent the flu is not enough. It is also important to take some precautions. For example, you should avoid direct contact with an infected person. Do not forget that viral particles can remain on household items and food for some time, so it is important to adhere to the rules of personal hygiene, wash your hands, etc.

The state of the immune system is also important, because influenza or acute respiratory infections develop only if the immune system is not able to resist infection. Therefore, carefully monitor your diet (the diet should contain a sufficient amount of nutrients, vitamins, minerals), maintain a work and rest schedule (an exhausted body is more susceptible to infectious diseases), exercise regularly, spend time in the fresh air, give up bad habits, Avoid stress and emotional overstrain.

Vaccination: how effective is it?

Many people, when visiting a doctor, ask about what is best to take for the flu and how successful vaccination can be. It’s worth saying right away that modern pharmaceutical companies produce a wide variety of vaccines. Moreover, the composition of these drugs changes every year.

As a rule, patients are vaccinated against the type of virus that caused the outbreak of the disease last season, so they do not guarantee one hundred percent protection, because the virus is constantly changing. However, such a procedure can be effective.

Today there are several types of vaccines:

Whole-virion preparations, which contain intact but inactivated viral particles. Due to the high likelihood of side effects, such drugs are not used today.
Split vaccines contain only individual particles of the virus, so they cause adverse reactions and complications much less frequently.
Subunit vaccines are highly purified products with minimal risk of complications. These medicines are used to vaccinate children.

It is worth noting that immunity is usually developed within 1-2 weeks after vaccination. That is why vaccination is recommended before the outbreak of the epidemic.

Stomach (intestinal) flu: characteristics of the disease and treatment methods

The viral infection affects not only the respiratory tract. And today people quite often face such an unpleasant problem as gastroenteritis. So what should you take for stomach flu? The answer to this question is of interest to many readers.

To begin with, it is worth noting that different types of viruses can act as the causative agent of this disease - these are rotaviruses, enteroviruses, noroviruses and some others. The virus enters the body through contact with an infected person. Also, quite often food becomes a source of infection, since viral particles can retain the ability to live while in water, meat, and dairy products.

As a rule, regardless of the type of pathogen, the symptoms of stomach (intestinal flu) are the same. A few hours after the virus penetrates, the first signs appear - general weakness, fever, decreased appetite, nausea and vomiting, as well as repeated diarrhea. The appearance of standard symptoms, including nasal congestion, cough, hoarseness, etc., is also possible.

So what should you take for stomach flu? In fact, there is no specific therapy in this case. Quite often, patients are prescribed to take the same antiviral and immunomodulatory agents described above. And in this case, symptomatic therapy is extremely important, because constant vomiting and diarrhea can lead to dehydration.

The patient is advised to drink as much fluid as possible. In case of prolonged vomiting, antiemetics are prescribed, in particular, “Prifinium bromide” or “Cerucala”. Diarrhea can be stopped with Enterofuril - this medicine is safe, it can even be given to children. Since gastroenteritis is most often associated with dysbacteriosis, the course of therapy must include taking medications that contain live strains of beneficial bacteria - this can be Bifiform, Acilact, Linex, Kipacid.

In any case, it is worth remembering that only a doctor can tell you what medications to take for the flu. You should not self-medicate.

Every year, residents of our country spend more than thirty billion rubles on antiviral drugs for colds and flu. Some choose an effective medicine based on the pharmacist’s recommendations, others based on bright advertising, price, beautiful packaging, advice from a friend or neighbor, while others do the right thing and go to the doctor. I want to present you with a list of the most popular and effective antiviral drugs. And also familiarize you with the features of each flu remedy. will quickly put you “on your feet.”

All anti-flu drugs, depending on their mechanism of action, can be divided into the following groups:

vaccine preparations that stimulate the production of antibodies to influenza pathogens;
drugs that increase the body's protective properties by activating the production of interferon;
true antiviral drugs that suppress the replication of the virus by inactivating neuromidase (Oseltamivir, Zanamivir) and those that block the M2 channels of the viral cell (Amantadine, Remantadine).

Effective remedies for influenza and ARVI are new drugs that have been on the market for no more than 10-40 years. Their “young age” is explained by long-term testing before they went on sale. We bring to your attention a list of medications that includes the best drugs for influenza and ARVI:

Ingavirin;
Remantadine;

Ingavirin is an effective medicine against influenza, ARVI and other diseases of viral etiology. Ingavirin, although a new medicine, has already earned good reviews from those who have tried it for treatment and.

The basis of the drug vitaglutam or imidazolylethanamide is pentanedionic acid.

Mechanism of action. The drug has antiviral, immunostimulating and anti-inflammatory effects.

Ingavirin has a detrimental effect on adenovirus infection, influenza A, B, respiratory syncytial virus, parainfluenza virus. Activates the production of interferons and cytotoxic lymphocytes (T-killers) in the body. Vitaglutam inhibits the reproduction of the virus at the stage of nuclear formation.

By reducing the production of inflammatory proteins, the drug relieves inflammation.

Ingavirin perfectly relieves intoxication symptoms, catarrhal symptoms, and leads to a rapid normalization of body temperature.

Side effects rarely occur in the form of mild allergic reactions.

The drug is not used in cases of hypersensitivity to its components and in children.

Ingavirin is capsules for oral administration of 60 mg and 90 mg. Average price in Russia:

Ingavirin 60 mg, 7 capsules – 380 rubles;
Ingavirin 90 mg, 7 capsules – 480 rubles.

Arbidol is a good medicine for influenza and ARVI, which consists of umifenovir and excipients.

Mechanism of action: Arbidol tablets have antiviral and immunomodulatory effects. Umifenovir copes well with influenza A and B viruses and coronaviruses associated with severe respiratory syndrome by blocking the fusion of the fatty membrane of the viral cell with the cell membrane. Increases the production of interferons, immune cells, enhances the activity of phagocytes.

The drug is well tolerated by patients. In rare cases, allergic reactions may occur.

The drug is not used in cases of hypersensitivity to its components and in children under three years of age.

There are no data on the use of the drug during pregnancy and lactation.

Arbidol does not affect the speed of physical and mental reactions, therefore it can be used in patients whose activities require increased attention.

Arbidol is available in the form of tablets of 50 mg, capsules of 100 mg, 200 mg, powder for suspension 25 mg/5 ml bottle 37 g,

Average price in Russia:

Arbidol 50 mg, 10 tablets – 180 rubles;
Arbidol 100 mg, 10 capsules – 250 rubles;
Arbidol Maximum 200 mg, 10 capsules – 500 rubles;
Arbidol powder for suspension 25 mg/5 ml bottle 37 g – 300 rubles.

Tamiflu is the most effective medicine against swine flu and influenza B. Tamiflu consists of oseltamivir and excipients.

The drug is widely used for the prevention and treatment of swine flu and other serotypes of influenza A and B.

Mechanism of action: a drug with a pronounced antiviral effect on influenza A and B viruses. Tamiflu acts directly on the virus by inhibiting neuromidase, without which the virus cannot spread throughout the body and multiply.

The drug effectively reduces the intensity and risk of complications and shortens the contagious period. When using the drug to prevent influenza, 90% of people who take Tamiflu do not get sick.

Resistance does not develop to Tamiflu.

The drug is not used in case of hypersensitivity to its components and in case of renal failure.

During pregnancy and lactation, Tamiflu is prescribed with caution when the expected effect outweighs the risk of adverse reactions and fetal pathology.

Side effects of the drug:

dyspepsia: nausea and vomiting are observed after taking the first dose. With further use, dyspepsia goes away;
very rare: diarrhea, abdominal pain, headache, cramps, cough, insomnia, malaise, nosebleeds, decreased hearing, conjunctivitis, dermatitis, urticaria, bronchitis, sinusitis, swollen lymph nodes.

Note! Some patients who took Tamiflu to prevent or treat influenza experienced seizures and delirium-type disturbances. The reason for such reactions could not be found out.

Tamiflu is available in the form of capsules of 30 mg, 45 mg, 75 mg and powder for suspension 12 mg/1 ml.

Average price in Russia:

Tamiflu capsules 75 mg 10 pcs. – 1360 rubles;
Tamiflu powder for suspension 12 mg/1 ml bottle 30 g – 1140 rubles.

Relenza and Tamiflu are antiviral drugs for influenza A and B. The active ingredient of the drug is Zanamivir. Relenza is available as a powder for inhalation through Diskhaler.

Mechanism of action: the drug has a pronounced antiviral effect on influenza A and B viruses. Zanamivir acts selectively on the virus by inhibiting neuromidase, without which the virus cannot spread throughout the body and multiply.

The drug effectively reduces the intensity of influenza symptoms, reduces the risk of complications and shortens the contagious period. Resistance does not develop to Relenza.

The drug is not used in case of hypersensitivity to its components. Patients with a history of bronchospasm require careful monitoring when treated with Relenza.

Side effects of the drug:

allergic reactions: urticaria, angioedema, rarely Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis.
bronchospasm;

Note! Some patients who inhaled Relenza to treat influenza experienced bronchospasm and breathing problems. If you have asthma or chronic bronchitis while using Relenza, have an inhaler containing Salbutamol or another bronchodilator on hand.

Average price in Russia:

Relenza 20 doses with Dishaler. – 1200 rubles.

Remantadine

Rimantadine is an old, proven remedy for the prevention and treatment of influenza and GRVI and tick-borne encephalitis based on rimantadine.

Mechanism of action of the drug. The drug has an antiviral effect. Remantadine is a derivative of amantadine (an anti-Parkinsonian drug) that stops the process of viral reproduction. The drug is effective at the onset of the disease.

Remantadine is contraindicated for persons with acute liver pathology, acute and chronic kidney disease, thyrotoxicosis, or hypersensitivity to the components of the drug. Remantadine is not prescribed for pregnant women.

Adverse reactions:

impaired attention and concentration, sleep disturbance, headaches, dizziness, irritability, fatigue;
dry mouth, refusal to eat, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain.

Attention! The drug is prescribed with caution to people with hypertension and the elderly, as it increases the risk of stroke.

Remantadine is available in the form of 50 mg tablets and 100 mg capsules.

Average price in Russia:

Remantadine 50 mg, tablets 20 pcs. – 205 rubles;
Remantadine 100 mg, capsules 10 pcs. – 160 rubles;

Amiksin, like the above-mentioned drugs for influenza and ARVI, is widely used for their treatment and prevention. The basis of Amiksin is Tiloron.

Mechanism of action. Amiksin has good antiviral and immune-modulating effects by increasing the formation of interferons by intestinal cells, liver, T-lymphocytes and neutrophils. The drug also suppresses the reproduction of the virus by stopping the translation of viral proteins. Amiksin is active against influenza viruses, hepatitis A, B, C, herpes, cytomegaloviruses,

The drug is not used in cases of hypersensitivity to its components, in children under seven years of age, in pregnant and nursing mothers.

Adverse reactions rarely occur in the form of nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and allergic manifestations.

Amiksin is produced in the form of film-coated tablets of 60 mg and 125 mg.

Average price in Russia:

Amiksin 60 mg, 10 tablets – 600 rubles;
Amiksin 125 mg, 6 tablets – 700 rubles.

Antiviral drugs should only be taken after consulting a doctor. Only he will be able to choose an effective and safe drug for you, taking into account your age, severity of the disease and concomitant pathology. Self-medication can harm your body.