Oseltamivir has been given to small children, said the director of the government pharmaceutical company. For adults, 75 mg, 75 mg, the drug will be given by Oct. 8, 45 mg.
On October 3 Director of the Government Pharmaceutical Organization (GPO) Dr. Mingkwan Subanbong said: The government pharmaceutical company has expedited the distribution of Oseltamivir to various medical facilities across the country. Oseltamivir, especially for young children, at a dose of 30 mg, is expected to be phased in to all regions this afternoon. As for older children’s medications, the 45 mg dose is expected to clear the total number of prescriptions soon. And the drug could be distributed by October 8, as well as the 75 mg dose for adults. Only 50 boxes will be kept in stock for urgent need.
After the NHSO passes a resolution, the demand situation for oseltamivir will gradually be resolved, said Dr Mingwan. Favipravir can be used to treat fever. The list of essential drugs will be discussed by the sub-committee. Initially, the Department of Medical Services adjusted recommendations for treating patients with influenza. For medical and public health workers, favipravir can also be used to treat fever to facilitate drug use and cover medical costs.
“Adding drugs like Oseltamivir and Favipiravir to the system is sufficient. And the hospital still has some Favi medicine left. However, it should be understood that in the past 2 years, there has been no long-term flu outbreak in Thailand due to insufficient Ocel medication in the past. Because everyone wears masks to protect against COVID-19, most people are not immune to the flu. And this time there was a flu. increased up to 4-5 times,” said Dr Mingkwan
The Department of Health Services has published Treatment Guidelines for Influenza Patients for Medical and Public Health Workers, revised October 2, 2023 (for the 4th time), follow this link. The Department of Medical Services has issued treatment guidelines. “Fever patient”
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