Effective Influenza Treatment Options

Approaches to manage and reduce symptoms of influenza, including antiviral medications and supportive care.
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Prepared by Lee Cheng, reviewed by Dr. Helena Rodriguez

Influenza Treatment FAQ


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What are the treatment options for influenza?

treatment with adjunctive therapies, specifically corticosteroids, macrolides and passive immune therapy; and use of diagnostic testing strategies to guide treatment. WHO will continue to monitor new evidence for influenza antivirals, adjunctive therapies, and diagnostics and provide updates as and when relevant.

What can I do if I have a flu?

If you have flu, there are some things you can do to help get better more quickly. take paracetamol or ibuprofen to lower your temperature and treat aches and pains drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration (your pee should be light yellow or clear) A pharmacist can give treatment advice and recommend flu remedies.

Who recommends antivirals for seasonal influenza?

Antivirals are currently recommended by a number of organisations including the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) and the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) for the treatment and prophylaxis of seasonal influenza (3 to 5).

What are who's new guidelines for the clinical management of influenza virus infections?

WHO’s new Guidelines for the clinical management of severe illness from influenza virus infections provide recommendations on the use of influenza antivirals, adjunctive therapies and diagnostic strategies.

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