A Study of Tamiflu (Oseltamivir) for Seasonal Prophylaxis of Influenza in Children.
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2007-05-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
This study will evaluate the safety of Tamiflu, when used for the prevention of influenza in
children during the flu season. Children who would benefit from influenza prophylaxis when
influenza is circulating in the community will receive treatment with Tamiflu syrup (or
capsules) 30mg-75mg once daily (dependent on body weight) for 6 weeks. Safety data and
influenza symptoms will be recorded throughout the study. The anticipated time on study
treatment is <3 months, and the target sample size is <100 individuals.