Anaferon (anti-human interferon gamma antibodies in homeopathic dilutions)

Anaferon contains antibodies to human gamma interferon in homeopathic dilutions, and it is marketed for treating and preventing acute respiratory viral infections. A clear benefit for this use has not been shown: there is no reliable evidence behind this application. For a common viral respiratory illness, rest, fluids, fever reducers when needed, and time tend to help, and most people recover within a few days. Do not use this product in place of treatment with proven benefit, since that risks missing the care you actually need.

ICD-10: J00 · ICD-11: CA00

Anaferon contains antibodies to human gamma-interferon in ultra-low (homeopathic) dilutions and is promoted for treating and preventing viral infections, including herpes simplex. There is no convincing evidence that it helps with herpes simplex, and the evidence base for this use is missing. What actually works against herpes are antiviral medicines such as aciclovir or valaciclovir, prescribed by a doctor. Anaferon should not be used in place of treatment with proven benefit, since that can mean missing the care you need.

ICD-10: B00 · ICD-11: 1F00.Z

Anaferon is a tablet containing antibodies to human gamma-interferon at homeopathic dilutions, marketed to support immunity and help with colds and flu. Studies have not shown convincing benefit for this use: international guidelines and good-quality RCTs do not list it as an agent with proven effect. Colds ease with rest, fluids and symptom relief; for influenza in at-risk patients a doctor may prescribe oseltamivir. Do not take it in place of treatment with proven benefit.

Anaferon contains antibodies to human gamma interferon in homeopathic dilutions and is promoted to treat and prevent influenza. The drug has not shown convincing benefit for influenza: there is no solid evidence base for this use. What does help against flu is the approach backed by data – antivirals such as oseltamivir given early to people at risk, rest, fluids, and fever reducers as needed. Anaferon is harmless in this role, but do not take it instead of treatment with proven benefit, since that can mean missing the care you need

ICD-10: J10-J11 · ICD-11: 1E32