Antimicrobials
Oseltamivir

Oseltamivir

None
Excellent

Spectrum of Activity

Dosing

General Information

Treatment and prophylaxis of influenza

  • GI upset common
  • Rare - Stevens Johnson
  • Neuropsychiatric side effects reported (including sudden confusion, delirium, hallucinations, unusual behaviour)

No significant interactions

Higher doses (150mg PO BID) have not been shown to be superior but may be considered in critically ill or obese patients.

Antimicrobial class: Antiviral - Neuraminidase inhibitor

Pregnancy category: C

Average serum half life: 2 hours

Lung penetration: Therapeutic