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A.Vogel: Latest News > Hallucinations and Tamiflu |
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Hallucinations and Tamiflu Preventing colds and flu but … at what cost? Published November 29, 2006 on Health Canada web site: “OTTAWA - Health Canada is informing Canadians of international reports of hallucinations and abnormal behaviour, including self harm, in patients taking the antiviral drug Tamiflu. These reports include children and teenagers, primarily from Japan. While the connection with the drug in these cases has not yet been proven, high fever or other complications of influenza can affect mental state, which in turn can lead to abnormal behaviour. As of November 11, 2006, there have been 84 reports of adverse events occurring in Canadian patients using Tamiflu, including 10 which reported a fatal outcome. A causal relationship has not been confirmed in these cases. There have been seven Canadian reports of psychiatric adverse events, suspected by those reporting the events, due to Tamiflu, most involving elderly patients. There have been no Canadian reports of abnormal behaviour or deaths involving children.” You have certainly heard about Tamiflu. But what is it exactly? Tamiflu is a drug from
Hoffmann-La Roche. It is a prescription medication, a viral
neuraminidase inhibitor (enzyme which favours the spreading of the flu
virus and infection of new cells) used to treat or prevent the onset of
flu. It is considered as an antiviral. It contains 75 mg of the active ingredient oseltamivir as oseltamivir phosphate. It says that Tamiflu is generally well tolerated. Nevertheless, the most common/possible unwanted effects are:
Severe skin and hypersensitivity reactions have been reported since the marketing of Tamiflu such as:
This information is from Roche Canada web site (the makers of Tamiflu) and is public information: http://www.rochecanada.com Flu VS Cold The flu is an infection caused by the influenza
virus. It occurs usually during Fall and Winter periods. A cold is a
minor viral infection of the nose and throat. The flu however is
usually more severe, has rapid onset of symptoms, and is associated
with higher fever and aches and pains. It is possible to get through this contagious time by increasing immune system resistance against virus and bacteria and without severe unwanted side effects. Give your immune system a fighting chance A.Vogel Antiviral Formula is a natural alternative for fighting viral infections. The synergistic combination of herbs provides Antiviral, Antibacterial, Antifungal and Anti-inflammatory properties. A.Vogel Antiviral is specially formulated to prevent and relieve cough, congestion, sinusitis, bronchitis, and other respiratory ailments associated with bacterial and viral exposure. Its composed of organic Lanceleaf Plantain herb for its immunostimulating and anti-inflammatory action in respiratory conditions; organic Echinacea Purpurea herb and Echinacea Purpurea root for full-spectrum immune enhancing and anti-microbial activity. For best results, only FRESH plant extracts are used to make this formula. In addition to the intake of A.Vogel Antiviral Formula, other preventive measures should be taken to strengthen the immune system. During times of increased risk of contracting a virus, appropriate measures such as an adequate personal hygiene, sufficient sleep and rest, a balanced diet with high amounts of fruits and vegetables and the intake of the vitamins A, C and E and zinc are recommended.
Factors that could weaken the immune system like smoking, stress and alcohol should be avoided. Your immune system is the most important factor in fighting infectious disease. Take care of yourself by combining healthy food, exercises and A.Vogel Antiviral Formula.
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