Zanamivir is a medicine used to treat infections caused by two of the most common flu viruses. This medicine may decrease the length of time you experience symptoms of the flu by 1 to 2 days. This medicine may also help to reduce the risk of spreading the flu to others.
How should I use this medicine?
This medicine is inhaled through the mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Make sure that you are using your inhaler correctly. Ask your doctor or health care provider if you have any questions. Finish the whole 5-day course of treatment even if you start to feel better sooner.
If you are also using a bronchodilator inhaler, like albuterol, use that inhaler first. Wait a few minutes before using this medicine.
A patient information sheet for this medicine will be given with each prescription and refill. Read this sheet carefully each time. The sheet may change frequently.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for children as young as 7 years old for selected conditions, precautions do apply.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, use only that dose and continue with your regular schedule, spacing doses evenly. Do not use double or extra doses.
Where can I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children. Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
ZANAMIVIR is a medicine used to treat infections caused by two of the most common flu viruses.
