The Red and Black

Tamiflu, the default drug to treat viruses, was developed by Gilead Sciences from shikimic acid an extract of Chinese Star Anise and a traditional remedy for colds and flu. The natural version of this compound is available in a supplement form called biotivia bioflu. The difference between Bioflu and Tamiflu is that Tamiflu has been associated with serious phychological effects including suicides and must carry a FDA warning of this effect whereas Bioflu has no such side effect and is totally non toxic and contains potent antioxidants. When drug companies take safe natural remedies and synthesize them for profit the beneficial effects are often diluted, resistance to the diesase being treated occurs quickly and new adverse effects appear.