Which of the following is the mechanism of action of amantadine (Symadine)?

A. It inhibits viral neuraminidase.
B. It inhibits early viral replication by uncoating the virus.
C. It inhibits the release of viral DNA into host cells.
D. None of these are correct.


Answer: C

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