It won’t be available in the US until next year, but Japanese scientists have developed a drug that can kill the influenza virus in 24 hours. The compound works by blocking the flu from hijacking other cells in the body.



It also only requires a single dose, while Tamiflu requires two doses a day, for five days. Both drugs take roughly the same amount of time to completely contain flu symptoms, but researches said the experimental compound provides instant relief to patients.

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