Campbell Biology in Focus; Modified Mastering Biology with Pearson eText -- ValuePack Access Card -- for Campbell Biology in Focus (2nd Edition)
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Author: Lisa A. Urry, Michael L. Cain, Steven A. Wasserman
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 17, Problem 10TYU
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Oseltamivir (Tamiflu), an antiviral drug prescribed for the flu, inhibits the enzyme neuraminidase. Explain how this drug could prevent infection in someone who is exposed to the flu or could shorten the course of flu In an Infected patient (the reasons for which It Is prescribed).
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