Oseltamivir (Tamiflu®) in the environment, resistance development in influenza A viruses of dabbling ducks and the risk of transmission of an oseltamivir-resistant virus to humans – a review

The antiviral drug oseltamivir (Tamiflu®) is a cornerstone in influenza pandemic preparedness plans worldwide. However, resistance to the drug is a growing concern. The active metabolite oseltamivir carboxylate (OC) is not degraded in surface water or sewage treatment plants and has been...

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Main Author: Josef D. Järhult
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2012-06-01
Series:Infection Ecology & Epidemiology
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Online Access:http://www.infectionecologyandepidemiology.net/index.php/iee/article/view/18385/pdf_1