2023-12-13 22:16:38
Today the antigripal Antiflu-Des It was news and everything was generated from the opinion of a popular doctor. Although it is one of the most popular medications in the world, its consumption could ultimately be counterproductive. He even stated that no one should use it and accused pharmaceutical companies of putting their commercial interests before the health of the population.
Is the flu medicine Antiflu-Des harmful?
To begin with, everything was generated from a publication of the Dr. Diego Ramonfaur, who graduated from the Bachelor of Medicine from the Institute of Technology and Higher Studies of Monterrey. He also studied Clinical Research at the Harvard Medical School and is currently resident in Cleveland Clinic.
He is an internationally recognized doctor and researcher but he also often shares valuable information on social networks. Based on his knowledge, he asked not to consume the antigripal Antiflu-Des but the most important thing is that he explained the reasons.
What are the active substances in Antiflu-Des?
Amantadina
Clorfenamina
Paracetamol
He added that the problem is the functioning of each one. Amantadine is a very old antiviral that was previously used to treat influenza.
“Due to its mechanism of action, it is incapable of treating common cold viruses. It WAS only effective against influenza. Since 2011, influenza generated resistance of almost 100% against amantadine and its use was no longer recommended.”
There are three reasons why its use does not make sense.
It was for influenza It no longer works or for influenza It has side effects on the brain
Evidence that the commercial interests of pharmacies go above scientific evidence and medical consensus.
Do not buy Antiflu-Des. Never. ???? pic.twitter.com/OfHySC2ual
— Diego Ramonfaur (@d_ramonfaur) December 13, 2023
For its part, chlorphenamine is an antihistamine, that is, it blocks the effect of histamine, which is a hormone that regulates, among many things, the dilation of blood vessels. This effect causes the nasal tissues to decongest and thus releases the sensation of a stuffy nose.
Chlorphenamine is a first-generation antihistamine, which means it has side effects on the brain, including sedation. There are already second and third generation antihistamines, which have the same decongestant effect without having cerebral side effects.
The dangers of paracetamol abuse
Finally, paracetamol is a widely used and very noble analgesic, in the sense that it is effective with very few side effects. The only serious risk is overdose. In general, <4 grams a day is recommended for healthy people and <3 for people with liver problems.
The problem comes when someone takes paracetamol at high doses and adds the antigripal Antiflu-Des without considering that it already contains paracetamol, which increases the risk of toxicity from this medication.
Due to all of the above, Dr. Diego Ramonfaur made it clear that he never recommends the use of the drug to his patients. antigripal Antiflu-Des. While another equally important tip is not to fall into self-medication. If you have any discomfort, you should always go to a health professional first.
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