U.S. The Food and Drug Administration on Thursday warned of the possibility of illegal, nonprofen flu products circulating in the market.
The FDA said in an update that the autumn and winter flu seasons could bring fraudulent products to Hawking for unsatisfied consumers, who are already concerned about protecting themselves against Covid-19 and other infectious diseases.
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U.S. The Food and Drug Administration on Thursday warned of the possibility of illegal, nonprofen flu products circulating in the market. (iStock)
The agency said there are no FDA-approved over-the-counter medications to treat or cure the flu, although there are approved products to reduce its symptoms, such as congestion, fever and muscle aches.
There are also FDA-approved antiviral prescription drugs to help fight the disease, which are used immediately after the onset of symptoms.
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When the FDA identifies illegal products, it sends warnings to companies in an attempt to remove those products from the market.
This is also true, for example, for products that claim to treat or cure coronavirus; By mid-October, the FDA’s list of fraudulent COVID-19 products had reached about 120.
Health officials say the best course of action against the flu, and its potentially serious consequences, is the flu shot. Doctors are emphasizing the importance of getting the flu vaccine this year to help reduce the burden on hospitals already overwhelmed by the ongoing coronavirus epidemic.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that everyone aged 6 months and older should take an annual flu shot, unless they have a severe allergy to its ingredients. The CDC recommends consulting your health care provider to determine the appropriate vaccine.
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