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oseltamivir phosphate 
The phosphate salt of oseltamivir, a synthetic derivative prodrug of ethyl ester with antiviral activity. By blocking neuraminidases on the surfaces of influenza viruses, oseltamivir interferes with host cell release of complete viral particles. Check for active clinical trials or closed clinical trials using this agent. (NCI Thesaurus)
US brand name:Tamiflu