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   			ISSUE 1063
October 8, 1999
                			
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				Two Neuraminidase Inhibitors for Treatment of Influenza
October 8, 1999 (Issue: 1063)
				Zanamivir, a neuraminidase inhibitor taken by inhalation, has been approved by the FDA for treatment of influenza. Oseltamivir phosphate, an oral neuraminidase inhibitor, will probably be approved soon.
        			
        			
				
				
        			
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