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| Physical Characters and Index |
Product Name:Oseltamivir phosphate
Other Name:GS 4104
CAS:204255-11-8
Molecular Formula:C16H31N2O8P
Molecular Weight:410.4
Appearance:white to beige powder.
Melting point:196-198°C
Storage conditions:2-8°C |
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| Use and description |
Oseltamivir phosphate, sold under the brand name Tamiflu, is an antiviral medication used to treat and prevent influenza A and influenza B (flu).
Many medical organizations recommend it in people who have complications or are at high risk of complications within 48 hours of first symptoms of infection.
They recommend it to prevent infection in those at high-risk, but not the general population. The CDC recommends that clinicians use their discretion to treat those at lower risk who present within 48 hours of first symptoms of infection.It is taken by mouth, either as a pill or liquid. |
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