Homeopathic medicines
ATC code: V03AX-ANAFERON (Anti-IFN-γ antibodies in homeopathic dilutions (local code))
The manufacturer claims the use of high dilutions (C12, C30, C50) of affinity-purified antibodies against human interferon-gamma. At these dilutions the number of active molecules approaches or reaches zero (Avogadro's number), making the proposed mechanism of action pharmacologically implausible. Homeopathic products are methodologically incompatible with evidence-based medicine.
Not recommended
Anaferon and its variants for the treatment or prevention of viral URI are not mentioned in international sources. Systematic reviews of homeopathy effectiveness (notably the 2015 NHMRC report from the Australian National Health and Medical Research Council) found no convincing evidence of clinical efficacy for homeopathic products in any condition.
Not recommended
For herpes infection treatment, not mentioned in international sources. Evidence-based therapy relies on nucleoside analogues.
Not recommended
For the treatment or prevention of influenza in adults and children, not mentioned in international guidelines. Proven antiviral options are neuraminidase inhibitors (oseltamivir, zanamivir) and baloxavir. The cornerstone of prevention is annual vaccination.
Safety data during pregnancy are limited; international sources provide no recommendations.