How is avian influenza in humans treated?
Supportive care is important, as it is for annual influenza. Laboratory studies suggest that two prescription medicines approved for human influenza viruses, Tamiflu™ and Relenza™, may work in treating avian influenza infection in humans. Clinical trials involving people with H5N1 are needed to see how effective they will actually be. In addition, influenza viruses can sometimes become resistant to these drugs, so these medications may not always work. Some adverse reactions to Tamiflu have been reported in children. For additional information, please visit the FDA Website.
Laboratory studies suggest that the prescription medicines approved for human influenza viruses should work in treating avian influenza infection in humans. However, influenza viruses can become resistant to these drugs, so these medications may not always work. What are the Risks of Avian Influenza to Human Health? Two main risks for human health from avian influenza are (1) the risk of direct infection when the virus passes from the infected bird to humans, sometimes resulting in severe disease; and (2) the risk that the virus – if given enough chances – will change into a form that is highly infectious for humans and spreads easily from person to person. Does the Current Seasonal Flu Vaccine Protect Against Avian Influenza? No. Influenza vaccine for the current season does not provide protection against avian influenza. Is There a Risk for Becoming Infected with Avian Influenza by Eating Poultry? There is no evidence that properly cooked poultry or eggs can be a source of infection
Laboratory studies suggest that the prescription medicines approved for human influenza viruses should work in treating avian influenza infection in humans. However, influenza viruses can become resistant to these drugs, so these medications may not always work. Additional studies are needed to determine the effectiveness of these medicines.
Studies done in laboratories suggest that the prescription medicines approved for human influenza viruses should work in treating avian influenza infection in humans. However, influenza viruses can become resistant to these drugs, so these medications may not always work. Additional studies are needed to determine the effectiveness of these medicines.
Studies done in laboratories suggest that the prescription medicines approved for human influenza viruses should work in treating avian influenza infection in humans. However, influenza viruses can become resistant to these drugs, so these medications may not always work. Additional studies are needed to determine the effectiveness of these medicines. Does seasonal influenza vaccine protect against avian influenza infection in people? No. Seasonal influenza vaccine does not provide protection against avian influenza. Should I wear a surgical mask to prevent exposure to avian influenza? Currently, wearing a mask is not recommended for routine use (e.g., in public) for preventing influenza exposure. In the United States, disposable surgical and procedure masks have been widely used in health-care settings to prevent exposure to respiratory infections, but the masks have not been used commonly in community settings, such as schools, businesses, and public gatherings. Can I get avian influ
