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 Relenza Definition
Relenza is the brand name for the drug Zanamivir used for the treatment of Influeza A and B viruses responsible for causing flu.
How does Relenza works
Relenza holds the active ingredient called Zanamivir available in powder form that is a neuraminidase inhibitor preventing the spread of influenza A and B viruses. Neuraminidase, an enzyme is used by the influenza viruses to spread from infected cells to normal cells and this is where Zanamivir obstructs the function of neuraminidase thereby reducing the spread of the flu.
Relenza Side Effects
Commonly found side effects of Relenza can be:
1. Nausea
2. Headaches
3. Vomiting
4. Cough
5. Drowsiness
6. Diarrhea
Other side effects could be easily found among patients who have respiratory system problems such as sinusitis or other asthma problems.
Relenza Precautions
1. If certain allergic reactions such as skin rashes, swelling of the eyelids, face or shortened breathe persists upon the use of Relenza, then the patient should consult the physician for further usage.
2. Patients who are using Bronchodilator along with Relenza medication should use bronchodilator first and after that Relenza.
3. Even with the use of Zanamivir, it is highly recommendable to get the influenza vaccination upon scheduled time.
Always remember that it is very important that your medical practitioner should know about your illness history or what you are taking because some prescription medications do not interact well with other drugs. In fact, some drug interactions can be very dangerous in this case.
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