Rimantadine (Oral Route)


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Rimantadine (Oral Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Flumadine

Description

Rimantadine is used to prevent or treat certain influenza (flu) infections (type A) in adults (17 years of age and older). It is also used to prevent flu infection (type A) in children (1 to 16 years of age). It may be given alone or along with flu shots.

Rimantadine is an antiviral. It will not work for colds, other types of flu, or other virus infections.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Before Using
DR601211 Portions of this document last updated: Nov. 1, 2011

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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