Current and Future Antivirals Medications to Treat Influenza: Mechanisms of Action

Abstract

Due to significant research efforts in the field of influenza therapy, in the near future we will have a series of new antivirals to treat patients with influenza. Most likely, hospitalized patients with influenza pneumonia as well as other severe forms of influenza will be managed with combination antiviral therapy. During the selection of antivirals, it will be important for physicians to have a clear understanding of the mechanisms of action of anti-influenza medications.