Tamiflu - Oseltamivir - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Tamiflu.
• Tamiflu
• oss-el-TAM-eh-veer

Possible 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.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• 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 Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.
• Consult your doctor about the risks and important benefits of receiving a yearly flu shot (vaccination) to prevent infection.

Read Before Using Tamiflu (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, including.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used to treat illness (symptoms) caused by the flu virus (influenza).
• Oseltamivir is also used to prevent the flu (for example, in household members exposed to a flu sufferer).

Tamiflu Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.

What To Do In Case Of 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.

Usage Instructions

• Take this medication 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.