What is the recommended empirical antiviral regimen for influenza in high‑risk patients (age ≥ 65 years, pregnant women, children ≥ 2 years, or those with chronic heart, lung, renal, hepatic, neurologic disease, diabetes, obesity with body mass index ≥ 30, or immunosuppression), including dosing, route, and alternative agents?

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