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Olsivir Capsule 10's

Olsivir Capsule 10's

About Olsivir Capsule 10's

Olsivir Capsule 10's contains a class of antiviral medication, oseltamivir, which is used to treat viral infections. It plays a vital role in treating symptoms caused by the influenza virus. It is used to treat cough, stuffy nose, sore throat, chills/fevers, and tiredness. The flu is caused by the influenza virus, which infects the lungs, throat, and nose. Influenza is a severe disease. Several diseases that keep people at higher risk include asthma, liver and kidney disease, heart disease, diabetes. Olsivir Capsule 10's contains oseltamivir, which is an antiviral medication. It blocks the enzyme present on the surface of a virus that helps the viruses enter uninfected cells of the body to cause influenza infection in the body. As a result, this stops the proliferation of viruses and produces new viruses, slowly leading to the viral infection clearing up.

Influenza or flu is produced by a virus that causes respiratory disease. It is highly infectious and easily spreads through the sneezes and coughs of an infected person. Influenza can be transmitted easily through touch. Adults can start circulating the virus 2 days before the symptoms start showing up. They can spread it for up to 7 days from the day they become sick. This means that you can stop spreading the influenza virus route before figuring out that you are ill.

Take Olsivir Capsule 10's as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Olsivir Capsule 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical conditions. In some cases, you may experience nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Olsivir Capsule 10's are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Consume only if the doctor prescribes you. Never encourage self-medication or suggest your medicine to someone else. Do not take Olsivir Capsule 10's if you are allergic to Olsivir Capsule 10's. Before using this Olsivir Capsule 10's, inform your doctor if you have suicidal thoughts, confusion, and kidney diseases. If you have a weak immune system, please inform your doctor before taking Olsivir Capsule 10's as a dose adjustment may be required.

Uses of Olsivir Capsule 10's

Influenza flu (cough, stuffy nose, sore throat, chills/fevers, and tiredness).

Medicinal Benefits

Olsivir Capsule 10's contains a class of antiviral medication, oseltamivir, which is used to treat viral infections. It blocks the enzyme present on the surface of the virus that helps the viruses enter uninfected cells of the body to cause influenza infection in the body. As a result, this stops the proliferation of viruses and produces new viruses, slowly leading to the viral infection clearing up.

Directions for Use

Capsule: Take a capsule with food to avoid an upset stomach. It should be swallowed with water. Preferably take it at the same time every day. The doctor should advise the dose of Olsivir Capsule 10's.Oral suspension: Measure the suspension in the measuring cup provided with the pack and consume as directed by your doctor.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Olsivir Capsule 10's

Like all medicines, Olsivir Capsule 10's can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. The most common side-effects are nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Olsivir Capsule 10's if you are allergic to Olsivir Capsule 10's. Before using this Olsivir Capsule 10's, inform your doctor if you have suicidal thoughts, confusion, and kidney diseases. If you have a weak immune system, please inform your doctor before taking Olsivir Capsule 10's as a dose adjustment may be required. Olsivir Capsule 10's may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting when you get up too quickly from a lying position, especially when you start taking Olsivir Capsule 10's so please get up gradually. Also, do not drive a car or operate any machinery which requires concentration as Olsivir Capsule 10's may cause dizziness. If you have a weak immune system, please inform your doctor before taking Olsivir Capsule 10's as a dose adjustment may be required. Drink plenty of fluid as Olsivir Capsule 10's can cause dehydration and kidney damage.

Drug Interactions

Drug-drug interactions: Olsivir Capsule 10's may interact with influenza virus vaccines, anticancer medications (methotrexate), and blood thinner medications (warfarin).

Drug-Food Interactions: No information found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have or had kidney and liver disease.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • METHOTREXATE
  • WARFARIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Take it with food to avoid stomach upset.
  • Avoid alcoholic beverages with Olsivir Capsule 10's as it can make you dehydrated and may affect your sleep.
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acid containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil.
  • Include turmeric or yellow mustard in your diet to avoid constipation caused by antiviral drugs and increase the intake of fluids to stay hydrated.

Special Advise

 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Influenza: Influenza or flu is produced by a virus that causes respiratory disease. It is highly infectious and easily spreads through the sneezes and coughs of an infected person. Influenza can be transmitted easily through touch. Adults can start circulating the virus 2 days before the symptoms start showing up. They can spread it for up to 7 days from the day they become sick. This means that you can stop spreading the influenza virus route before figuring out that you are ill. Influenza or flu is produced by a virus that causes respiratory disease. It is highly infectious and easily spreads through the sneezes and coughs of an infected person. Influenza can be transmitted easily through touch. Adults can start circulating the virus 2 days before the symptoms start showing up. They can spread it for up to 7 days from the day they become sick. This means that you can stop spreading the influenza virus route before figuring out that you are ill. Symptoms of influenza include blocked or runny nose, sore throat, cough, and headache. Several other symptoms include high temperature, shivers, cold sweat, nausea, diarrhoea, and vomiting. In most cases, influenza is not serious, while, in some cases, flu can cause severe complications. This is more expected to occur in older people, young children, and people with a long-lasting disease that can compromise their immune system.