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Ribavirin

An inhaled antiviral used in hospital for severe RSV lung infections in young children.

Clinical information

Common uses

  • severe RSV lung infections in hospitalised infants and young children

Cautions

  • can cause sudden worsening of breathing in infants
  • not for use in adults
  • needs special care in patients on ventilators
  • must not be used in pregnancy

Pregnancy: must not be used — may harm the unborn baby

Reference information, not medical advice — always follow your doctor or pharmacist. Source: DailyMed, dailymed.nlm.nih.gov, ribavirin inhalation solution label, setid 3631ee95-692a-4426-8edf-62c27f7c32cb (accessed 2026-08-16)

Approved brands & formulations4

Brand nameDosage formStrengthImporterCategory
RibavirinOral Liquid40mg/mlPOM
RibavirinTablet200 mgPOM
RibavirinCapsule400 mgPOM
RibavirinAerosol6 gPOM
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