Antivirals

Question 1

Amantadine

Answer 1

• Inhibits viral uncoating
• Influenza A
• Shortens severity/intensity of symptoms
• Prophylactic

Question 2

Rimantadine

Answer 2

• Inhibits viral uncoating
• Influenza A
• Shortens severity/length of symptoms
• Prophylactic

Question 3

Oseltamivir

Answer 3

• Influenza A & B
• Prevents release of new irons and their spread
• Very effective in preventing if administered prior to infection
• Modest effect on reducing length/severity

Question 4

Zanamivir

Answer 4

• Influenza A & B
• Prevents release of new irons and their spread
• Very effective in preventing if administered prior to infection
• Modest effect on reducing length/severity

Question 5

Ribavirin

Answer 5

• RNA Synthesis Inhibitor

- Broad spectrum antiviral