Rimantadine (Systemic)

Brand Names : Flumadine

Category

• Antiviral, systemic

Description

Rimantadine (ri-MAN-ta-deen) is an antiviral. It is used to prevent or treat certain influenza (flu) infections (type A). It may be given alone or along with flu shots. Rimantadine will not work for colds, other types of flu, or other virus infections.

Rimantadine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms:

Oral
• Syrup (U.S.)
• Tablets (U.S.)

Brand Names

Some commonly used brand names are:

In the U.S. -

• Flumadine

† Not commercially available in Canada.