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They work by stoping the virus from reproducing but they are hard to make because the viruses are constantly changing
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Why antibiotics are ineffective against viral disease?
Antibiotics are only for bacteria. Viruses need antiviral medicines.
What are antiviral?
No foods are antiviral. Only fairly strong drugs have antiviral properties.
Do traditional medicines really work?
yes
Can you take Darvocet with Tamiflu and Dexpak Jr?
This is fine to mix. Tamiflu is an antiviral. It will not interact with the other two medicines. Remember that the steroid (Dexpak) is harsh on the stomach. Have some food before taking those!
When was Antiviral Therapy created?
Antiviral Therapy was created in 1996.
When was Antiviral Research created?
Antiviral Research was created in 1981.
Why do medicines no longer work after a period of time?
Medicines no longer work after using it consistently because, eventually, the bacteria or virus causing the sickness will gain an immunity to it.
Some medicines work by blocking enzyme activity in pathogens These medicines are effective because they?
have a shape that fits into the enzyme
What does alcohol do if you drink whiles on antiviral medication?
Can you drink alcohol on antiviral meds
Can you take antiviral and antibiotics at the same time?
Can you take antiviral and antibiotics at same time
How does amantadine treat you if you have Swine Flu?
It is an antiviral medication prescribed to treat certain viral diseases. However, it is not one of the antiviral medications recommended for use for the A-H1N1/09 pandemic swine flu virus. The two antiviral medicines that have shown to be effective and recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are oseltamivir and zanamivir. This is what the CDC says:At this time, treatment with oseltamivir (trade name Tamiflu®) or zanamivir (trade name Relenza®) is recommended for all people with suspected or confirmed influenza who require hospitalization.
Why are alternative medicines more preferred than primary medicines?
It's easier to buy, and has the misconception of having fewer side-effects. There's also the misconception that herbal medicines work.
