Things you need to know about XOFLUZA safety
What is XOFLUZA?
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XOFLUZA is a prescription medicine used to:
- Treat the flu (influenza)
in people 12 years of age and older who have had flu symptoms for no
more than 48 hours.
- Prevent the flu in people 12 years of age and older following contact with a person who has the flu.
It is not known if XOFLUZA is safe and effective in children less
than 12 years of age.
Who should not take XOFLUZA?
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Do not take XOFLUZA if you are allergic to baloxavir marboxil or
any of the ingredients in XOFLUZA.
What should I tell my healthcare provider before using XOFLUZA?
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Tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical
conditions, including if you are:
- Pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if XOFLUZA can harm your unborn baby.
- Breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if XOFLUZA passes into your breast milk.
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Tell your healthcare provider about all of the medicines you
take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines,
antacids, laxatives, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
What should I know about taking XOFLUZA?
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- Take XOFLUZA with or without food. Do not take XOFLUZA with dairy products, calcium-fortified beverages, laxatives, antacids, or oral supplements containing iron, zinc, selenium, calcium, or magnesium.
- If you take too much XOFLUZA, go to the nearest emergency room right away.
What are the possible side effects of XOFLUZA?
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Serious side effects may include
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Allergic reaction. Get emergency medical help right away if
you develop any of the following signs or symptoms of an allergic
reaction:
- trouble breathing
- skin rash, hives or blisters
- swelling of your face, throat or mouth
- dizziness or
lightheadedness
The most common side effects of XOFLUZA in clinical studies
were diarrhea, bronchitis, nausea, sinusitis, and headache. These are
not all the possible side effects of XOFLUZA. Call your healthcare
provider for medical advice about side effects.
What does XOFLUZA not treat?
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XOFLUZA is not effective in treating or preventing infections other
than influenza. Other kinds of infections can have symptoms like
those of the flu or occur along with flu and may need different kinds
of treatment. XOFLUZA does not prevent bacterial infections that may
happen with the flu. Tell your healthcare provider if you feel worse
or develop new symptoms during or after treatment with XOFLUZA or if
your flu symptoms do not start to get better.