Balflu
Balflu Products are primarily used for
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)
About Balflu Products
Uses of Balflu Products
Favipiravir is used in the treatment of Coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
Balflu Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Balflu are Increased uric acid level in blood, Diarrhea, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Increased liver enzymes, Increased triglyceride level in blood.
How Balflu Products work
Favipiravir is an antiviral medicine. It stops the SARS-CoV-2 virus from multiplying. By doing so, it decreases viral load in the body, restricts the spread of infection and helps in speeding up the recovery process.
Patient Concerns about Balflu Products
Frequently asked questions about Balflu Products
Frequently asked questions about Favipiravir
Q. What is Balflu 400 Tablet? What is it used for?
Balflu 400 Tablet is a medicine that belongs to a class of medicines called antiviral medicines. Balflu 400 Tablet is used for managing patients suffering from mild to moderate Covid-19 infection.
Q. When is the best time to start treatment with Balflu 400 Tablet?
Balflu 400 Tablet is best taken in mildly infected individuals than in those who have severe Covid-19 infection. This is because early use of antiviral medicines, such as Balflu 400 Tablet, is seen to be more effective in treating Covid-19 infection. Delay in treatment only slows down the recovery process and worsens the existing symptoms such as breathing issues, cough, or fever. If left untreated, this viral infection may even lead to organ failure. Once tested positive for Covid-19, consult your doctor immediately.
Q. Who should not take Balflu 400 Tablet?
Balflu 400 Tablet should not be used for treating patients who are allergic to Balflu 400 Tablet or any of its ingredients. Children should not be given Balflu 400 Tablet. It should not be given to patients with severe kidney or liver disease too. Additionally, people who have any abnormal uric acid levels or are suffering from gout must inform their doctor before taking Balflu 400 Tablet. If you are planning a baby, pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before starting treatment with Balflu 400 Tablet to avoid any potential harm to your baby. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
Q. For how long and in what dose should Balflu 400 Tablet be taken?
Balflu 400 Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. It is taken orally (by mouth) and the recommended dose is 1,800 mg twice on day 1, followed by 800 mg twice daily up to day 14. Do not self medicate. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Balflu 400 Tablet.
Q. Can Balflu 400 Tablet be used in the elderly and children?
Since the elderly often have compromised organ functions, Balflu 400 Tablet should be given with care to them, alongside regular monitoring. Balflu 400 Tablet has not been administered in children. However, some early experimental data suggests that Balflu 400 Tablet may cause serious side effects in the younger age group. Therefore, this medicine should not be consumed by the elderly and children, unless advised by your doctor.
Q. Can Balflu 400 Tablet be taken by women who are pregnant or breastfeeding?
No, Balflu 400 Tablet should not be used for treating Covid-19 infection in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Balflu 400 Tablet is not considered safe to be used in pregnant or breastfeeding mothers as its use may cause harmful effects on the baby. If you are planning a baby, pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor if you are tested positive for Covid-19 or even if you are suspected of Covid-19 infection. Your doctor will decide what is best for you depending on your condition.
Q. How does Balflu 400 Tablet work?
Balflu 400 Tablet inhibits replication (a process by which this virus multiplies) of the Covid-19 virus and stops the further spread of the infection. In this way the amount of virus in the human body decreases, thereby leading to faster recovery.
Q. How should Balflu 400 Tablet be stored?
Balflu 400 Tablet should be stored at a temperature not more than 30 degrees Celsius. Make sure to keep it away from the reach of children.
Q. I have diabetes and hypertension. Can I take Balflu 400 Tablet?
Yes. Balflu 400 Tablet may be given to patients with comorbidities such as diabetes and hypertension, under medical supervision. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the maximum benefit.