Influenza

Influenza, commonly known as flu, is a virus that passes easily from one person to another. Flu may only last for a week but in some case the symptoms may be harder to shake off, and children, the elderly, and those with underlying health conditions can be put at serious risk. There are different types of influenza treatment that can be used to fight the common symptoms such as high fever, headache, a cough, sore throat and aches and pains. With influenza treatment, and plenty of rest, these influenza symptoms can disappear after a few days.

To avoid contracting the flu you can arrange to have a flu shot or buy an effective prescription medication to protect against influenza symptoms. Tamiflu is an influenza treatment available on prescription which reduces the severity of symptoms and infections. Order your course of Tamiflu tablets today to get better sooner.

What causes influenza?

There are 3 different types of influenza virus: types A, B and C. Type C is the weakest flu strains and rarely causes severe influenza symptoms, nor does it pose a major threat to your health. Strains A and B are more likely to cause more serious influenza symptoms and may require the use of influenza treatment to overcome the infection.

Virus strains A and B change very quickly, and new strains quickly develop and spread. More evolved forms of influenza type A break out every 2 -3 years, while new strains of influenza B spread every 3 -5 years.

Types of influenza treatment

Natural recovery is the oldest and most trusted method of influenza treatment. Plenty of rest and water accompanied with aspirin, ibuprofen or other anti-inflammatory drugs can ease influenza symptoms such as fever, aches and pains. Recovery can take up to a week, with some influenza symptoms sometimes lasting for several days after.

Flu shot

You can amour your body against flu by getting a flu shot from your doctor or nurse. This influenza treatment is recommended for those who are at high risk of developing serious complications such as a result of an influenza infection, and can be taken to control flu epidemics such as swine flu.

Over-the-counter medication

Over-the-counter medications are used to offer relief from the symptoms of flu, rather than prevent its further spread. Antihistamines, decongestants and cough medicines can all relieve influenza symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat and coughing.

Prescription influenza treatment

Anti-viral tablets are considered the most effective form of influenza treatment as they are proficient in both preventing and treat the symptoms of flu. They can stop you from the developing serious symptoms if you have come into contact with someone who has the virus. Relenza and Tamiflu can be ordered online or purchased with a prescription at your pharmacy.

Relenza is inhaled through a device similar to an asthma inhaler every 12 hours for 5 days. Tamiflu is used to both treat and prevent the onset of flu even if the patient has been exposed to someone who suffers from it. This influenza treatment helps prevent the virus from spreading in your body and may reduce the duration of symptoms. Tamiflu can cut short the duration of the flu by 1-2 days.

Can I buy influenza treatment online?

Tamiflu influenza treatment can be ordered online at 121doc conveniently. Once you have placed your order you will need to complete a short online consultation with our doctor so they can be sure this treatment is right for your condition. If our doctor approves you for influenza treatment, they will notify our pharmacy, which will ship the medication to you via our next day delivery service.