Treatment for influenza primarily involves supportive care to relieve symptoms, such as:
Ensuring adequate fluid intake to prevent dehydration Rest Over-the-counter medications to reduce fever and alleviate pain
Antiviral medications like oseltamivir (Tamiflu) and zanamivir (Relenza) can be prescribed to reduce the severity and duration of symptoms if administered within the first 48 hours of illness onset. These antivirals are particularly beneficial for children at high risk of complications.
