Afluenza 200mg Tablet belongs to a group of antiviral medicines used to treat corona virus disease. Besides this, Afluenza 200mg Tablet is also indicated for the treatment of influenza, ebola and other pathogenic viral infections. Corona virus disease, also known as SARS-CoV-2 (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Corona Virus 2), is an infectious disease caused by the corona virus.
Afluenza 200mg Tablet contains ‘Favipiravir’, which inhibits RNA polymerase, an enzyme that helps the corona virus to replicate itself. Thereby, Afluenza 200mg Tablet lowers the virus load in the body and helps treat the infection.
You are advised to take Afluenza 200mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as diarrhoea, hyperuricemia (elevated uric acid), reduced neutrophil count, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. You are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Do not take Afluenza 200mg Tablet if you are pregnant, think you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid breastfeeding while taking Afluenza 200mg Tablet. Use effective contraception during and for seven days after the treatment with Afluenza 200mg Tablet. Seek medical help immediately if you have a severe cough, fever, or difficulty breathing. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and the medicines you are taking to prevent any side effects/interactions.