Tests have shown that the Thai-made generic version of the anti-viral drug Oseltamivir, better known as Tamiflu, appears to be safe and effective in the treatment and prevention of avian influenza, according to a top official a Thai state-owned drug firm.

The Thai-produced Oseltamivir, called “A” Flu, which is manufactured by the Government Pharmaceutical Organization (GPO), is due to be submitted to Thailand’s Food and Drug Administration for approval consideration within the coming two months.

According to GPO, the Faculty of Medicine at Siriraj Hospital carried out bio-equivalence studies and clinical trials in 30 patients. The tests showed the Thai-made drug to be bio-equivalent to Tamiflu in terms of absorption, disposition and efficacy.

The Thai government has said it planned to build a stockpile of one million courses of the antiviral drug as a defence against a possible flu pandemic.

The Thai produced generic Tamiflu cannot be exported to any country where Roche has a patent for its original Tamiflu product. Anyone in the UK wishing to purchase Tamiflu should either visit their GP or get a free consultation with The Online Clinic or another reputable online healthcare provider.