Can oseltamivir phosphate granules treat mumps?
Disease description:
I recently developed mumps, and a friend suggested taking oseltamivir phosphate granules. I would like to consult whether oseltamivir phosphate granules are effective for treating mumps.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Lei
Whether taking oseltamivir phosphate granules treats mumps depends on the underlying cause. Oseltamivir phosphate granules are an antiviral medication. If mumps is caused by a viral infection, this drug can inhibit viral replication and proliferation in the body, thereby aiding recovery. However, if mumps results from a bacterial infection, this medication cannot kill bacteria and thus provides no therapeutic benefit for mumps.
