IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the
medication is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this
Tamiflu.
TAMIFLU DESCRIPTION: OSELTAMIVIR - ORAL (oss-el-TAM-eh-veer)
COMMON TAMIFLU BRAND NAME(S): Tamiflu
What is Tamiflu
Tamiflu is a
medication used to treat illness (symptoms) caused by the flu virus (influenza). Oseltamivir is also used to prevent the flu (e.g., in household members exposed to a flu sufferer).
How to Take Tamiflu
Take Tamiflu by mouth as directed by your doctor. You may take this with food or milk to minimize stomach upset. Take it as soon as flu symptoms appear or as soon as possible after you have been exposed (both within 48 hours). If you have the flu: Take oseltamivir twice a day for 5 days; once in the morning and once in the evening. Complete the entire treatment of 10 doses. To prevent the flu: Take oseltamivir once a day for at least 7 days or take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
Tamiflu works best when the amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level. Therefore, take
Tamiflu at the same time(s) each day. Take Tamiflu until the full prescribed amount is finished, even if symptoms improve. Stopping the medication too early may result in a relapse of the infection. Inform your doctor if your condition worsens or if new symptoms appear.
Tamiflu Side Effects
Nausea may occur. If this effect persists or worsens, notify your doctor promptly. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these unlikely but serious side effects: dizziness, persistent cough. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these very unlikely but serious side effects: persistent weakness, fever, sore throat. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Tamiflu Precautions
Tell your doctor your medical history, including: allergies, kidney problems.
Tamiflu may make you dizzy or drowsy; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. Limit alcoholic beverages.
Tamiflu should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known if
Tamiflu passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Tamiflu Medication Interactions
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Tamiflu Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Tamiflu Notes
Do not share Tamiflu with others. Consult your doctor about the risks and important benefits of receiving a yearly flu shot (vaccination) to prevent infection.
Tamiflu Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose (within two hours), skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
Tamiflu Storage
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
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