The CDC is now warning NOT to use amantadine and rimantadine to prevent or treat influenza this year

February 2006

The CDC is now warning NOT to use amantadine and rimantadine to prevent or treat influenza this year.

Over 90% of this year's dominant influenza A strain is resistant to these antivirals...up from only 11% last year.

The sharp rise in resistance is possibly due to the increased use of amantadine and rimantadine overseas.

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Table of Contents

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Supplements People are trying to lose weight by using "thyroid boosters"
Infectious Diseases The CDC is now warning NOT to use amantadine and rimantadine to prevent or treat influenza this year
Infectious Diseases Hepatitis A vaccine is now recommended for ALL kids
Dermatology Cetaphil for head lice
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Pertussis new recommendations for treating and preventing pertussis
ADHD Sparlon and Daytrana for ADHD
Practice annual chart of new drugs approved by the FDA in 2005