Antiviral Stockpiling

Stockpiling for better preparedness and protection

The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recommends the stockpiling of influenza antiviral medications as part of a comprehensive pandemic plan to help protect workers and maintain continuity of operations. Stockpiling can help ensure that adequate treatment is available during an influenza pandemic.¹⁰

Antiviral acquisition

1. Step 1: Determine the number of individuals to protect
2. Step 2: Calculate quantity of antivirals needed
3. Step 3: Order antivirals for your organization

Postacquisition considerations

1. Step 1: Store antivirals for your organization
2. Step 2: Facilitate consultations for your employees
3. Step 3: Educate employees about pandemic flu and antivirals
4. Step 4: Distribute antivirals to employees

Disclaimers

• TAMIFLU has been studied only in strains of influenza that were circulating at the time of the pivotal trials. The magnitude of effect of TAMIFLU in treating and preventing novel strains of influenza (such as those that may be involved in a pandemic) cannot be predicted
• TAMIFLU has not been proven to have a positive impact on hospitalization rates