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Successful treatment of naturally occurring influenza A/USSR/77 H1N1.

Author: BettsR F, ChristmasW A, DouglasR G, HaydenF G, Van VorisL P

Clinical TrialA clinical trial is a planned study conducted on humans to evaluate the efficacy and safety of pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and treatment methods. It aims to explore the possibilities of new treatments and improve the health of patients.
Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.
Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.Research funding provided by the Public Health Service (PHS).

Overview

Amantadine and rimantadine were effective in treating influenza A/USSR/77 H1N1 infection, reducing fever and improving symptoms.
Paper Details　
Original Abstract of the Article :
Forty-five university students with proved influenza A/USSR/77 H1N1 infection were randomly treated with either amantadine hydrochloride (14 students), rimantadine hydrochloride (19 students), or placebo (12 students). By 48 hours after initiation of therapy, amantadine and rimantadine recipients ha...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1001/jama.245.11.1128

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Amantadine and Rimantadine: Fighting the Flu in a Desert of Illness

Influenza, a viral infection that can spread like a desert sandstorm, can cause significant discomfort and illness. This [randomized controlled trial] investigates the effectiveness of two antiviral medications, amantadine and rimantadine, in treating influenza A/USSR/77 H1N1. The researchers found that both amantadine and rimantadine significantly reduced fever and improved symptoms compared to a placebo, helping to alleviate the discomfort of this common illness. This is like finding a cool oasis in the middle of a desert: these medications offer relief from the intense heat of influenza.

Effective Antiviral Treatment: A Shield Against the Flu

The study demonstrates the effectiveness of amantadine and rimantadine in reducing fever and improving symptoms of influenza A/USSR/77 H1N1.

Early Treatment: A Crucial Step

The study highlights the importance of early treatment with antiviral medications for influenza, as this can help to alleviate symptoms, shorten the duration of illness, and potentially reduce the spread of the virus.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

Amantadine and rimantadine can be valuable tools in the fight against influenza, offering relief from symptoms and potentially reducing the spread of this contagious illness.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 1981-04-24
  2. Date Revised 2019-06-30
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

7007668

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1001/jama.245.11.1128

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