Fluhalt 75 mg Capsule

Fluhalt 75 mg Capsule is an oral antiviral medicine that contains oseltamivir 75 mg in each capsule. It belongs to the neuraminidase inhibitor class and is used to help treat influenza (flu) caused by certain influenza viruses, and in some cases to help prevent flu after exposure. This Fluhalt 75 mg Capsule is supplied in a strip/box of 10 packs by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. It works best when started as soon as possible after flu symptoms begin, or when a doctor prescribes it for prevention.

How it works: Oseltamivir helps block a flu virus enzyme called neuraminidase, which the virus needs to spread from infected cells to healthy ones. By limiting that spread, Fluhalt 75 mg Capsule may reduce how long flu symptoms last and may help lower the chance of complications when taken as directed.

Fluhalt 75 mg Capsule is the standard adult capsule strength and is commonly chosen when a full 75 mg dose is needed in a convenient capsule form. Because there are no other Fluhalt strengths or forms listed here, this product fits the usual prescribed oseltamivir capsule dose for many adults and older adolescents. A doctor may select Fluhalt 75 mg Capsule when swallowing a capsule is appropriate and a fixed 75 mg dose is preferred.

• Treatment of influenza A and influenza B
• Flu symptom treatment when started early
• Prevention of flu after close exposure
• Prevention in certain high-risk situations

• Swallow the Fluhalt 75 mg Capsule whole with water; do not crush, open, or chew it unless your pharmacist or doctor tells you to.
• It may be taken with or without food, but taking it with food can help reduce stomach upset.
• Take it exactly on the schedule your doctor gives you, because flu treatment timing matters and prevention schedules are different from treatment schedules.
• Start Fluhalt 75 mg Capsule as soon as possible after flu symptoms begin for the best effect, unless your doctor gives different instructions.
• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up unless your prescriber specifically instructs you to.

Each Fluhalt 75 mg Capsule provides 75 mg of oseltamivir per capsule. This strength is commonly taken twice daily for 5 days for flu treatment, or once daily for prevention in some patients, but the exact schedule and any maximum daily amount must be set by your doctor based on the reason for use, age, kidney function, and other factors.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Oseltamivir may include:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain or upset stomach
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Diarrhea
• Feeling tired

• Tell your doctor if you have kidney problems, because oseltamivir dosing may need adjustment.
• Use caution if you have a history of severe allergy to oseltamivir or any capsule ingredients.
• Take care if you feel dizzy, since this medicine can affect alertness in some people.
• Contact a doctor right away if flu symptoms worsen, because not every fever or body ache is caused by influenza.
• Inform your clinician if you are pregnant or breastfeeding so the benefit and risk can be reviewed.
• If you have a weakened immune system or chronic illness, your doctor may monitor you more closely.
• Do not use Fluhalt 75 mg Capsule as a substitute for the flu vaccine.

• Probenecid may increase oseltamivir levels.
• Other medicines that affect the kidneys may matter if you have kidney disease.
• Always tell your doctor about all prescription and over-the-counter medicines you take, even though oseltamivir has few major interactions.
• If you take medicines that can cause nausea or dizziness, those effects may feel stronger when combined.

Store Fluhalt 75 mg Capsule at room temperature in a dry place, away from moisture and direct heat, and keep it in the original strip/box until use.