OHM-FLU

What is this medication? Oseltamivir Phosphate is an antiviral medication used to treat the symptoms of the influenza virus, often referred to as the flu. It is designed to inhibit the spread of the virus throughout the body, which helps to reduce the total amount of time a person is sick and can decrease the severity of symptoms like aches, fever, and congestion. This medication is most effective when a patient begins taking it within forty-eight hours of the onset of symptoms. Beyond treating active infections, this medication is also used for the prevention of the flu in people who have been exposed to the virus. Doctors may prescribe it for individuals who have been in close contact with someone who has the flu to help stop them from getting sick themselves. However, it should not be viewed as a substitute for an annual flu shot, as it does not provide the same long-term protection as a vaccine.