Meds Flashcards
1
Q
Tamiflu & sanamivir
A
Redution in duration of sx if used within 48 hrs for flu A & B
2
Q
amandidine & rimanatadine
A
No chemoprophylaxis, only useful in first 48 & flu A
3
Q
Ribavirin
A
Used in resistant strains
4
Q
Zanamivir
A
Used in severely ill patients & for H1N1 pandemic. Reduction in duration of symptoms