A 29-year-old with confirmed influenza A symptom onset 24 hours ago, otherwise healthy, asks about treatment. What is recommended?...

Question

A 29-year-old with confirmed influenza A symptom onset 24 hours ago, otherwise healthy, asks about treatment. What is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Oseltamivir 75 mg twice daily for 5 days

Answer

No antivirals are indicated within 48 hours of onset

Answer

Amantadine 100 mg twice daily

Answer

Zanamivir is contraindicated in all adults

Answer

Baloxavir is dosed daily for 10 days

us-abfm MCQ (SBA): Influenza