- Vitamins & Supplements
- Multivitamins
- TestUdpTemporary
- Vitamins A-Z
- Mineral Supplements
- Multivitamins for Age 50+
- banner
- test 98
- Nutritional Drinks
- Adult Daily Nutrition
- Kids Nutrition (2-15 Yrs)
- For Women
- Top Deals in Supplements
- Health Food & Drinks
- Green Tea & Herbal Tea
- Herbal Juice
- Apple Cider Vinegar
- Healthy Snacks
- Protein Supplements
- Whey Protein
- Amino Acids
- Mass Gainers for testing purpose testing
- Workout Essential
- Fat Burners
Ostovir Capsule
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Ostovir Capsule is an antiviral medicine used to treat and prevent influenza (flu) as well as, swine flu (H1N1 virus). It helps to relieve the symptoms of the flu virus infection like a stuffy or runny nose, sore throat, cough, body aches, tiredness, headache, fever, and chills.
Ostovir Capsule prevents the flu virus from spreading inside the body. Influenza, commonly known as flu is an infection caused by a virus. This medicine should be taken only when prescribed by a doctor. It should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food, although taking it with food can reduce the chance of feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting).
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medication too early may result in a relapse of the infection or failure to protect you from the flu.
Some common side effects include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, and diarrhea. These side effects mostly occur after the first dose of the medicine and will usually stop as treatment continues. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have problems with your heart, liver or kidneys. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase your risk of liver damage. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using this medicine.
Ostovir Capsule prevents the flu virus from spreading inside the body. Influenza, commonly known as flu is an infection caused by a virus. This medicine should be taken only when prescribed by a doctor. It should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food, although taking it with food can reduce the chance of feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting).
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medication too early may result in a relapse of the infection or failure to protect you from the flu.
Some common side effects include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, and diarrhea. These side effects mostly occur after the first dose of the medicine and will usually stop as treatment continues. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have problems with your heart, liver or kidneys. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase your risk of liver damage. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using this medicine.
Uses of Ostovir Capsule
Benefits of Ostovir Capsule
In Treatment of Influenza (flu)
Influenza is a viral infection that attacks your respiratory system (nose, throat and lungs). It is often called the flu. Ostovir Capsule helps to prevent the spread of the infection by restricting the movement of infection causing viruses into uninfected parts of the body from the infected ones. Take Ostovir Capsule as prescribed by the doctor to get maximum benefit.
Side effects of Ostovir Capsule
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Ostovir
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
How to use Ostovir Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Ostovir Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Ostovir Capsule works
Ostovir Capsule is a neuraminidase inhibitor. It inhibits neuraminidase (influenza virus enzyme) that helps the viruses to enter into uninfected cells of the body to cause or spread influenza infection in the body. This is how it works against the virus to treat influenza (flu).
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ostovir Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ostovir Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ostovir Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Ostovir Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Ostovir Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ostovir Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Ostovir Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ostovir Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on use of Ostovir Capsule in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
Limited information is available on use of Ostovir Capsule in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
What if you forget to take Ostovir Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Ostovir Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Ostovir Capsule
₹75.0/Capsule
Antiflu 75mg Capsule
Cipla Ltd
₹66.07/capsule
12% cheaper
Fluvir 75mg Capsule
Hetero Drugs Ltd
₹53.9/capsule
28% cheaper
Natflu 75mg Capsule
Natco Pharma Ltd
₹45.72/capsule
39% cheaper
Starflu 75mg Capsule
Strides shasun Ltd
₹47.5/capsule
37% cheaper
Mcosvir 75mg Capsule
Mcneil & Argus Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹49.5/capsule
34% cheaper
Quick tips
- Ostovir Capsule helps in the treatment and prevention of flu.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the symptoms of flu to come back.
- Take it as soon as possible, ideally within two days of starting of flu symptoms.
- Take it with food to avoid stomach upset.
- It is not a substitute for flu vaccination. You might be prescribed both by your doctor.
- Inform your doctor if you notice any changes in mood or behaviour, especially in children and adolescents.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Gamma amino acids derivatives {Acetamido cyclohexene}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Neuraminidase Inhibitors
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. Can I take Ostovir Capsule for cold, sinus infection, or sore throat?
Ostovir Capsule is not indicated for common cold, sinus infection, or sore throat. It is indicated for symptoms of influenza viral infection
Q. Is Ostovir Capsule an antibiotic or a sulfa drug?
Ostovir Capsule is an anti-influenza drug. It is not an antibiotic or sulfa drug
Q. Can I take oseltamivir with Tylenol, Nyquil, amoxicillin, ibuprofen, Mucinex, or azithromycin?
Oseltamivir can be taken with Tylenol (paracetamol), Nyquil (paracetamol, dextromethorphan, doxylamine, amoxicillin, ibuprofen, Mucinex, or azithromycin only if prescribed by your doctor
Q. Is Ostovir Capsule available or sold over the counter?
No. Ostovir Capsule is a prescription drug. It is not available or sold over the counter
Q. Can I take Ostovir Capsule with antibiotics?
Ostovir Capsule may be taken with antibiotics only if prescribed by the doctor. Consult your doctor before use
Q. Is Ostovir Capsule safe?
Yes. Ostovir Capsule is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side effects, consult your doctor
Q. Does Ostovir Capsule cause high blood pressure?
Ostovir Capsule is not expected to cause high blood pressure. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor.
Disclaimer:
Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Acosta EP, Flexner C. Antiviral Agents (Nonretroviral). In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1608-609.
- Safrin S. Antiviral Agents. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 872.
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Ostovir Capsule. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Ostovir Capsule. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
In case of any issues, contact us
Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Lab tests offered by us
Related/Popular tests
MRP
₹750
Inclusive of all taxes
1 Strip
10.0 capsules in 1 strip