Choose the correct statement about amantadine:
A. It is an antimetabolite used for viral infections
B. It prevents penetration of the virus into the
host cell
C. It is used to protect high risk subjects during
an influenza A2 epidemic
D. Concurrent administration of amantadine
prevents antibody response to influenza
vaccine

1 Answer

Answer :

C. It is used to protect high risk subjects during
an influenza A2 epidemic

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