Starflu 75 mg Capsule

Starflu 75 mg Capsule is an antiviral medicine that contains 75 mg of oseltamivir in each capsule. It belongs to the neuraminidase inhibitor class and is used to help treat and prevent influenza (the flu) caused by certain influenza A and B viruses. Starflu 75 mg Capsule is taken by mouth and is most effective when started as soon as possible after flu symptoms begin or after exposure, as directed by a clinician. It does not treat the common cold or other non-flu viral infections.

How it works: Oseltamivir blocks a flu virus enzyme called neuraminidase, which the virus needs to spread from infected cells to healthy ones. In capsule form, Starflu 75 mg delivers this antiviral dose through the digestive tract so it can begin working systemically after swallowing.

Starflu 75 mg Capsule is the standard adult-strength capsule used when a full 75 mg dose is appropriate. Compared with lower-strength oseltamivir forms, this capsule may be chosen for adolescents and adults who need the full dose in one capsule rather than taking multiple lower-strength units. Because 75 mg is a higher treatment-strength capsule, it should be used only when a doctor has assessed that this dose fits the patient’s age, weight, kidney function, and reason for use.

• Treatment of influenza A or B infection
• Prevention of flu after close contact or exposure
• Seasonal flu prophylaxis in selected patients
• Reducing flu virus spread in the body when started early

• Swallow the Starflu 75 mg Capsule whole with water; do not crush, chew, or open it unless a clinician tells you to.
• It can be taken with or without food, but taking it with food may help reduce nausea.
• Take it exactly on the schedule prescribed; do not take extra capsules to make up for a missed dose unless your doctor instructs you to do so.
• If you vomit soon after taking a dose, ask your pharmacist or prescriber whether you should repeat it.
• Use the capsule only for the prescribed purpose and duration; finishing the full course matters even if you start feeling better.
• This product is a capsule, so no flavoring, jelly sachet, or chewable preparation is involved.

Each Starflu 75 mg Capsule provides 75 mg of oseltamivir per capsule. Depending on whether it is being used to treat flu or to help prevent flu, it may be taken once daily or twice daily, and the total daily amount is determined by the prescriber. Do not exceed the dose your doctor prescribed; in many adult regimens, 75 mg twice daily is used for treatment, while prevention regimens may use 75 mg once daily.

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

Common side effects of Oseltamivir may include:

• Nausea, which may be more noticeable when first starting Starflu 75 mg Capsule
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Stomach pain or discomfort
• Diarrhea
• Dizziness or fatigue

• Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, because the dose may need adjustment with Starflu 75 mg Capsule.
• Use caution if you have a history of nausea or vomiting, since this capsule can cause GI upset.
• Tell your clinician about any flu vaccine timing; this medicine does not replace vaccination.
• Inform your prescriber about pregnancy or breastfeeding so the benefits and risks can be reviewed.
• Use caution when driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy or unusually tired after taking the capsule.
• Do not use this 75 mg capsule for a different viral illness unless a doctor confirms it is appropriate for influenza.
• Tell your doctor about any history of severe allergy to oseltamivir or capsule ingredients.

• Live attenuated intranasal influenza vaccine (the nasal flu vaccine)
• Probenecid
• Other medicines that may affect kidney clearance of oseltamivir
• Any prescription or over-the-counter product if you have significant kidney disease, since dosing may need review

Store Starflu 75 mg Capsule at room temperature in the original strip/box, away from excess heat, moisture, and light, and keep it out of reach of children.