Just in time for flu season , the FDA has approved zanamivir , the first drug shown to reduce the duration of both influenza A and B symptoms. The drug, which is delivered into the lungs using a special inhaler, blocks an enzyme the flu virus needs to infect new cells. It works best in patients who start treatment within two days of initial symptoms and appears to be less effective in those with a low fever and other mild symptoms. Approval was granted despite evidence that the drug does not work in high-risk populations such as the elderly. Eat properly .
Fatigue can also be a symptom of illness.
Medical causes of fatigue can include Depression . This is characterized by an inability to keep your legs still and creeping or tingling sensations in your legs or arms. Chronic fatigue syndrome . Other Health problems . This is the maximum amount considered safe to consume each day over a lifetime.