Can Dectova zanamivir hydrate be inhaled or nebulised?

iatroX medicinesPublished 22 August 2026Reviewed 22 August 2026

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Answer

No. Dectova is authorised for intravenous use and must not be nebulised.

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zanamivir hydrate · Medicine question

iatroX medicinesPublished 22 August 2026Reviewed 22 August 2026

The answer

No. Dectova is authorised for intravenous use and must not be nebulised.

Dectova 10 mg/mL solution for infusionemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 6
UK GovernmentUK Government · Reputable Web

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