What is neuramidase?

Answer 1

It is a protein on the influenza virus that is thought to help the virus escape from the cell after it replicates. Zanamivir and oseltamivir are drugs that inhibit this action and thus trap virus particles within an infected cell.

Answer 2

Neuraminidase is an enzyme that plays a crucial role in facilitating the release of new viral particles from infected host cells during viral replication. It is particularly important in the life cycle of influenza viruses, as it helps the virus spread to infect new cells and individuals. Inhibiting neuraminidase is a common target for antiviral medications used to treat influenza infections.