Influenza
- Treat severe/hospitalized/high-risk pts promptly
- Oseltamivir is the default in many settings
- Benefit is greatest when started early
- Do not await testing in severe suspected disease
- Baloxavir is convenient for selected outpatients
- Zanamivir can worsen bronchospasm
- Amantadine/rimantadine are not recommended
Use at a glance
- Treat severe/hospitalized/high-risk pts promptly
Practical pearls
- Oseltamivir is the default in many settings
- Zanamivir can worsen bronchospasm
- Amantadine/rimantadine are not recommended
Choosing treatment
- Benefit is greatest when started early
- Baloxavir is convenient for selected outpatients
Safety / pitfalls
- Do not await testing in severe suspected disease
Self-check
- Which influenza patients need prompt treatment?
Severe/hospitalized/high-risk pts. - Which influenza drug can worsen bronchospasm?
Zanamivir.
Drugs used for this (2)
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