Compare Xofluza to Tamiflu for Treating the Flu

December 2018

Xofluza (zoh-FLOO-zuh, baloxavir) will be the first new oral antiviral for treating influenza in nearly 20 years.

Think of Xofluza as an alternative to oseltamivir (Tamiflu).

A big difference is Xofluza is ONE oral dose...compared to 5 days of BID oseltamivir. Xofluza also seems to cause less nausea and vomiting.

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Table of Contents

Influenza Compare Xofluza to Tamiflu for Treating the Flu
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