Generic Tamiflu® | Antiflu (Oseltamivir) - 75mg (10 Capsules)

Please see other Swine Flu treatments: Amantadine and Relenza.

* Expiry Date: July 2012

Uses
Antiflu (Generic Tamiflu) "influenza" refers to illness caused by influenza virus. This is commonly also called "flu", but many different illnesses cause "flu-like" systemic and respiratory symptoms such as fever, chills, aches and pains, cough, and sore throat. In addition, influenza itself can cause many different illness patterns, ranging from mild common cold symptoms to typical "flu" to life-threatening pneumonia and other complications, including secondary bacterial infection.

Antiflu (Generic Tamiflu) is the only effective treatment for human infection of bird flu. Antiflu (Generic Tamiflu) speeds recovery from the flu. When started during the first 2 days of the illness, it hastens improvement by at least a day. It also can prevent the flu if treatment is started within 2 days after exposure to a flu victim. Antiflu (Generic Tamiflu) is one of a new class of antiviral drugs called neuraminidase inhibitors. As the flu virus takes hold in the body, it forms new copies of itself and spreads from cell to cell. Neuraminidase inhibitors fight the virus by preventing the release of new copies from infected cells. The other drug in this class, Relenza, is taken by inhalation. Antiflu (Generic Tamiflu) is taken in liquid or capsule form.

Antiflu (Generic Tamiflu) can prevent the flu as long as you continue taking this medication, but getting a yearly flu shot is still the best way of avoiding the disease entirely. For older adults, those in high-risk situations such as health care work, and people with an immune deficiency or respiratory disease, vaccination remains a must.

Dosage and administration
To provide any benefit, Antiflu (Generic Tamiflu) must be started within two days of the onset of symptoms, or exposure to the flu. If you have the flu, continue taking it twice daily for 5 days, even if you start to feel better. To prevent the flu, take it once a day for at least 7 days. Protection lasts as long as you take the drug. If Antiflu (Generic Tamiflu) upsets your stomach, try taking it with food. Shake the liquid suspension before each use.

Recommended dosage in adults and chlidren 13 years+
The usual dosage for Treatment of Influenza is 75mg taken twice daily (morning and evening) for 5 days. If you have kidney disease, take a 75-milligram dose once a day. The usual dosage for Prevention of Influenza is 75mg taken once a day for at least 7 days. If there is a general outbreak of the flu in your community, your doctor may recommend that you continue taking this medication for up to 6 weeks. If you have kidney disease, take a 75-milligram capsule every other day, or 30mg of liquid once a day.

Recommended dosage in children 1-12 years
Antiflu (Generic Tamiflu)'s ability to prevent the flu in children under age 13 has not been established. Doses for treatment should be given twice daily for 5 days using the dispenser that comes with the liquid suspension. Each dose is determined by the child's weight:

• Under 33 pounds : 30mg
• 33 to 55 pounds : 45mg
• 51 to 88 pounds : 60mg
• Over 88 pounds : 75mg

If you miss a does, take Antiflu (Generic Tamiflu) as soon as possible. If it is within two hours of your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. High doses of Antiflu (Generic Tamiflu) can cause nausea and vomiting. As with any medication, if you suspect an overdose, seek emergency medical treatment immediately.

Side effects
Most problems noted during tests of Antiflu (Generic Tamiflu) were indistinguishable from the symptoms of flu. Here are the reactions that showed up more frequently in patients taking the drug. More common side effects may include: Abdominal pain, diarrhea, headache, nausea, vomiting. Less common side effects may include: Bronchitis, insomnia, vertigo.

Precautions
If Antiflu (Generic Tamiflu) gives you an allergic reaction, avoid it in the future.

If you have kidney disease, the doctor may have to cut your daily dose of Antiflu (Generic Tamiflu) in half. The effectiveness of Antiflu (Generic Tamiflu) has not been established for people with weakened immune systems. The drug has not been studied in people with liver disease. Antiflu (Generic Tamiflu) works only on the flu virus. It won't stop bacterial infections that may have flu-like symptoms or bacterial infections that may develop while you have the flu. If your symptoms persist, check with your doctor.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding: It is not known whether Antiflu (Generic Tamiflu) is completely safe during pregnancy. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, inform your doctor before taking this medication. Antiflu (Generic Tamiflu) may appear in breast milk and could affect a nursing infant. Taking it while breastfeeding is usually not recommended.

Store Antiflu (Generic Tamiflu) at room temperature. Keep the blister package dry. Use the liquid suspension within 10 days. It should be refrigerated, but do not freeze.

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