Tamiflu
(Oseltamivir Phosphate) is a medicine to treat flu (infection
caused by influenza virus). It belongs to a group of medicines
called Neuraminidase Inhibitors. These medications attack
the influenza virus and prevent it from spreading inside your
body. Tamiflu treats flu at its source by
attacking the virus that causes the flu, rather than simply
masking symptoms.
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| Product |
Dosage |
Qty |
Consult |
Price |
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| Tamiflu |
75 mg |
10 Caps |
FREE |
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Tamiflu
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is manufactured by Roche.
Chemical
Name : Oseltamivir
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 drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
Uses
Antibiotics are medicines that kill bacteria and are, therefore,
not effective against viral infections. Because flu is a viral infection,
it should be treated with an antiviral medication, such as Tamiflu.
Tamiflu is used for the treatment of infection
by the influenza virus. It is indicated in patients 1 year and older
who have had symptoms for no more than 2 days. Tamiflu
is a Neuraminidase Inhibitors and treats the cause of influenza
infection by inhibiting the critical neuraminidase protein on the
surface of the virus.
How
to take this medication
Tamiflu should be taken twice daily (once in the
morning and once in the evening) for five days. Tamiflu
can be taken with or without food. As with many medicines, if taken
with a light snack, milk, or a meal, the potential for stomach upset
may be reduced. You should complete the entire treatment of ten
capsules, even if you are feeling better. Never share Tamiflu
with anyone, even if they have the same symptoms. It is important
that you begin your treatment with Tamiflu as soon
as possible from the first appearance of your flu symptoms.
Side
Effects
Tamiflu is generally well tolerated, though it
may cause mild-to-moderate nausea or vomiting in one out of 10 people.
Taking Tamiflu with food may reduce the potential
for these side effects. Other less common side effects may include
bronchitis, sleeplessness and vertigo
Precautions
Inform your doctor of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine
that you are taking. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions
including kidney disorders, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding.
Missed
Dose
If you a miss a dose, take it if it is within 2 hours of the missed
dose. If it is more than 1 hour since the missed dose, skip it and
go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the
dose to catch up on your dosage schedule.
Storage
Store this medication at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees
F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not
store in the bathroom. Keep this and all medications out of the
reach of children.
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