Common Relenza uses
This medicine is an antiviral agent used to treat influenza in patients who have had symptoms for no more than 2 days.
 

Before using Relenza
INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed if you have a history of asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding.
 

Relenza Directions
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. THIS MEDICINE COMES WITH A PATIENT INFORMATION LEAFLET. Read it carefully. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist any questions that you may have about this medicine. If you are not sure how to use this device, ask your pharmacist to show you how. Do not puncture the medicine blister until you are ready to take a dose. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). CONTINUE USING THIS MEDICINE FOR THE FULL COURSE OF TREATMENT even if you feel better in a few days. Do not miss any doses.
 

Relenza Cautions
IF YOU HAVE ASTHMA or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and have a dose of the bronchodilator inhaler scheduled at the same time as this medicine, use the bronchodilator before using this medicine. Be sure to always carry a fast-acting bronchodilator inhaler with you to use in case of bronchospasm while using this medicine. THIS MEDICINE WILL NOT PREVENT INFLUENZA. This medicine will not prevent you from spreading influenza to others. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in breast milk. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while you are using this medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.
 

Possible side effects of Relenza
NO COMMON SIDE EFFECTS HAVE BEEN REPORTED with the proper use of this medicine. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you have trouble breathing. If you notice any unusual effects, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
 

Drug interactions
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Use our drug interaction checker to find out if your medicines interact with each other. Check drug interactions
 

If you take too much Relenza
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
 

Additional Relenza information
If your asthma, COPD, or your symptoms become worse while using this medicine, contact your doctor as soon as possible. DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children.