What is the most effective medication for children with swine flu?
Disease description:
My child has been diagnosed with influenza A. Seeing him suffer, I feel anxious as well. I would like to know what medication is most effective for children with influenza A, so that my child can recover sooner.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhou Xiaofeng
There is no specific medication that can be considered the most effective for children with influenza A. Generally, improvements can be achieved through antiviral medications and symptomatic treatment.
Influenza A is an acute respiratory infectious disease caused by the influenza A virus and mainly spreads through droplets. Neuraminidase inhibitors, such as oseltamivir and zanamivir, can inhibit viral replication in the body, shorten the duration of illness, alleviate symptoms, and reduce the incidence of complications.
Symptomatic treatment medications include acetaminophen granules, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug that alleviates fever symptoms in children by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis, thereby achieving antipyretic and analgesic effects. If a child develops coughing symptoms, they may take Huanglong止咳 granules, which can clear the lungs and relieve coughing, providing effective treatment for the influenza A virus.
Parents should strictly follow medical instructions when administering medication to ensure correct dosage and timing. Additionally, parents should closely monitor their child's symptoms; if symptoms worsen or persist without relief, timely medical attention should be sought.
