What medication can be taken to prevent swine flu?

Jan 21, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Ren Yi

Introduction

Under normal circumstances, "Jia Liu" (A-type flu) refers to the influenza A virus. Medications that help prevent infection with the influenza A virus include antiviral oral liquid, amantadine hydrochloride tablets, Lianhua Qingwen capsules, Shufeng Jiedu capsules, and Shuanghuanglian oral liquid. In addition, maintaining good personal hygiene habits is also important when preventing influenza A virus infection, such as washing hands frequently, wearing masks, and avoiding crowded places.

Generally speaking, "Avian Flu" refers to influenza A. Medications that help prevent influenza A include Antiviral Oral Liquid, Amantadine Hydrochloride Tablets, Lianhua Qingwen Capsules, Shufeng Detoxification Capsules, and Shuanghuanglian Oral Liquid. Detailed explanations are as follows:

1. Antiviral Oral Liquid

The main functions of Antiviral Oral Liquid are clearing heat, detoxifying, cooling blood, and relieving fever. It can be used to treat influenza. When taken under a doctor's guidance, Antiviral Oral Liquid may have a certain preventive effect against influenza A.

2. Amantadine Hydrochloride Tablets

Amantadine Hydrochloride Tablets have antiviral properties and can be used to prevent and treat respiratory infections caused by influenza A. However, they should be used under medical supervision.

3. Lianhua Qingwen Capsules

Lianhua Qingwen Capsules are a traditional Chinese medicine formulation that clears heat, detoxifies the body, and promotes lung function to relieve heat symptoms. Its herbal ingredients, such as Forsythia (Lianqiao) and Honeysuckle (Jinyinhua), can inhibit the activity of various viruses. During an influenza A outbreak, healthy individuals may benefit from taking Lianhua Qingwen Capsules to enhance their antiviral immunity.

4. Shufeng Detoxification Capsules

Shufeng Detoxification Capsules are a traditional Chinese medicine that helps relieve wind-heat symptoms, detoxify the body, and soothe the throat. It may help prevent infection with influenza A and should be taken under a doctor's supervision.

5. Shuanghuanglian Oral Liquid

Shuanghuanglian Oral Liquid has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying the body and can inhibit the virus that causes influenza A to some extent. However, please note that medication use should follow medical advice.

When preventing influenza A, in addition to pharmacological prevention, one should also maintain good personal hygiene habits, such as washing hands frequently, wearing masks, and avoiding crowded places. High-risk groups, such as the elderly, children, and pregnant women, should pay particular attention to preventive measures. If you have any concerns or experience symptoms, seek medical attention promptly and follow your doctor's recommendations.

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Is dizziness after influenza A a sign of recovery?

Under normal circumstances, "Jia Liu" refers to Influenza A H1N1. Whether dizziness following Influenza A H1N1 indicates recovery depends on the specific circumstances. If dizziness is the only symptom present without other accompanying symptoms, it usually suggests the condition is improving. However, if dizziness is accompanied by other systemic symptoms such as headache, tinnitus, or fatigue, it may not indicate improvement. If any discomfort persists, prompt medical attention is recommended.

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Can an 11-month-old baby take oseltamivir phosphate granules?

In general, whether an 11-month-old infant can take oseltamivir phosphate granules depends on the specific circumstances. If the infant has been diagnosed with influenza A or B and is within 48 hours of symptom onset, administration under medical guidance may be necessary. However, if the infant does not have influenza or the optimal treatment window has passed, the medication is not needed and will likely have no significant effect.