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Treatment: Flu Medication

The document discusses treatment options for the flu, including over-the-counter pain relievers and antiviral medications prescribed by a doctor. It notes that antibiotics will not treat the flu but may be necessary for bacterial infections. It provides examples of antiviral medications like Tamiflu and Relenza, and discusses a newly approved single dose flu treatment called Xofluza. The document advises treating the flu at home with rest and over-the-counter options, but also seeing a doctor if symptoms last more than a few days or worsen.

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Treatment: Flu Medication

The document discusses treatment options for the flu, including over-the-counter pain relievers and antiviral medications prescribed by a doctor. It notes that antibiotics will not treat the flu but may be necessary for bacterial infections. It provides examples of antiviral medications like Tamiflu and Relenza, and discusses a newly approved single dose flu treatment called Xofluza. The document advises treating the flu at home with rest and over-the-counter options, but also seeing a doctor if symptoms last more than a few days or worsen.

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Treatment

Most people will be able to treat the flu at home. A


combination of lifestyle remedies and over-the-counter
medication can help relieve symptoms.

Pain relief medication can help manage a headache and body


pains. A healthcare professional can recommend the best
options.

Some painkillers, such as aspirin, are not suitable for


children under 16 years of age. The use of aspirin at this age
can lead to a condition known as Reye’s syndrome.

Various options are available over the counter or to purchase


online. It is important to compare different products and only
take them under the advice of a medical professional.

How long does flu last? Find out here.

Flu medication

A virus causes flu, so antibiotics will not cure the illness. A


doctor will only prescribe antibiotics if a bacterial infection is
present alongside the flu. However, antiviral medications may
help when someone has the flu.

Here are some tips on how to treat a cold or flu at home.


Antivirals aim to stop the virus from multiplying in a person’s
body. Examples include oseltamivir (Tamiflu) and zanamivir
(Relenza).

In 2018, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a


new drug called baloxavir marboxil (Xofluza) for acute,
uncomplicated flu. People can take the drug by mouth in a
single dose.

People can receive this treatment if they are aged 12 years or


more and have had symptoms for fewer than 48 hours.
Possible side effects include diarrhea and bronchitis.

Some research shows that flu medication may affect a


person’s heart. Find out more here.

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