Neuraminidase inhibitors for treatment and prophylaxis of influenza in children: systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To assess the effects of the neuraminidase inhibitors oseltamivir and zanamivir in treatment of children with seasonal influenza and prevention of transmission to children in households.

Design

Systematic review and meta-analysis of data from published and unpublished randomised controlled trials.

Data sources

Medline and Embase to June 2009, trial registries, and manufacturers and authors of relevant studies. Review methods Eligible studies were randomised controlled trials of neuraminidase inhibitors in children aged

SUBMITTER: Shun-Shin M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC2724601 | biostudies-literature | 2009 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature