Respiratory disorders influenza

Adults at high risk for certain diseases (eg, pneumocoacal and influenza vaccines for individuals with serious respiratory disorders)... 

Antiviral Efficacy and Clinical Use. Oseltamivir (Tamiflu) and Zanamivir (Relenza) are effective against influenza virus types A and B. These drugs can reduce the duration and severity of flu symptoms if the drug is administered within 48 hours after symptoms first appear.22,46 These drugs can also be taken pro-phylactically to reduce the risk of getting the flu, especially in people who are at high risk (older adults, people with respiratory disorders), or in cases where an individual is exposed to a family member or someone else with the flu.3... 

Fioutjne immunization of infants and chiidren (see Rg. 54-1) Immunization of adults against tetanus Adults at high risk for certain diseases (eg, pneumococcal and influenza vaccines for individuals with serious respiratory disorders) Children or adults at risk for exposure to a partioilar disease (, hepatitis B for health care workers)... 

Influenza NA NA Injection site reaction, muscle ache, autoimmune hemolytic anemia, nervous system and respiratory disorders... 

Influenza vaccine should be given yearly to all adults 50 years of age or older. Younger adults with chronic disorders of the cardiovascular or pulmonary systems, chronic metabolic diseases, renal dysfunction, immunosuppression, or disorders that compromise respiratory function should also be vaccinated. Women who will be pregnant during the winter months should be vaccinated against influenza. 

Miscellaneous Anxiety depression dizziness headache rash abdominal pain/discomfort gingival disorder infectious diarrhea nausea rectal pain/discomfort tooth disorder vomiting arthritis back pain myalgia lower extremity pain menstrual irregularity vaginitis influenza upper/lower respiratory tract infection fatigue otitis sleep disorder urinary tract infection. 

Willow is reputed to have anti-inflammatory, antirheumatic, antipyretic, antihidrotic, analgesic, antiseptic, and astringent properties. Traditionally, it is used for muscular and arthrodial rheumatism with inflammation and pain, influenza, respiratory catarrh, gouty arthritis, and other systemic connective tissue disorders characterized by inflammatory changes. 

Although it is mainly used in social situations throughout Africa and the Middle East, khat is sometimes used by farmers and laborers to alleviate fatigue, by students to improve concentration before exams, and by the elderly to improve cognitive function. In Ethiopia, khat advocates claim that the plant eases symptoms of diabetes, asthma, and intestinal tract disorders. The processed leaves and roots are used to treat influenza, cough, other respiratory ailments, and gonorrhea. 

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