Basic Product Information
| Generic Name (INN) | Oseltamivir phosphate |
| Canadian Brand Names / Trade Names | Tamiflu (Hoffmann-La Roche Limited); generic formulations include ACH-Oseltamivir Phosphate, Jamp Oseltamivir, NAT-Oseltamivir, Sandoz Oseltamivir, and others |
| ATC Code | J05AH02 |
| Available Dosage Forms and Strengths | Capsules: 30 mg, 45 mg, and 75 mg oseltamivir (as oseltamivir phosphate). Powder for oral suspension: 6 mg/mL oseltamivir when reconstituted |
| Manufacturers | Hoffmann-La Roche Limited (Tamiflu); Natco Pharma (Canada) Inc. (NAT-Oseltamivir); Jamp Pharma Corporation (Jamp Oseltamivir); Sandoz Canada Incorporated (Sandoz Oseltamivir); Apotex Inc. (ACH-Oseltamivir Phosphate) |
| Prescription Status | Prescription only in Canada |
Mechanism of Action
In simple terms: Tamiflu is an antiviral medication that fights influenza (flu) viruses. It works by blocking an enzyme on the surface of the flu virus called neuraminidase. This enzyme helps new virus particles escape from infected cells to spread to other cells. By blocking this enzyme, Tamiflu stops the virus from spreading within your respiratory tract, which helps shorten the duration of your illness and reduces the severity of symptoms. Continue reading
