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Still have symptom's after Tamiflu only heavy cold and cough so should i still go out or back to work?
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Is Tamiflu good for a cough?
No, not really. Tamiflu is an antiviral medicine that is given to help reduce the duration and lessen the severity of symptoms in influenza and other viral infections. It is not made to be a good cough medicine although it will eventually help you get over the flu and stop coughing. A good medicine for a cough from the flu is called guaifenesin, you will find it in Over The Counter cough medicines like Robitussin (and its generic equivalents). It is also the active ingredient in Mucinex which will also help control cough from influenza.
Could you use theraflu until you get Tamiflu?
No. Theraflu is only a cough and cold medication like Robitussin or NyQuil. Tamiflu is an antiviral, like an antibiotic except for a virus.
What are the symptoms of developing Whooping Cough?
Though these symptoms can result in whooping cough they could also just be a common cold. The symptoms are runny nose, nasal congestion, sneezing, watery eyes, a mild fever, and a dry cough.
When should you start to feel well after the flu?
Influenza usually lasts 7 - 10 days, but each individual will have different recovery times based upon their health at the time of the infection. In some cases all symptoms will be gone within that time frame, however the cough can last up to 2 weeks. If you take antiviral medications (like Tamiflu) within 40 hours of the first symptoms, you can significantly reduce the duration of the illness as well as reduce the severity of the symptoms.
What are the symptoms of whooping cough and how is it prevented?
Whooping cough starts mild and acts like a cold with symptoms like runny nose, congestion, sneezing, dry cough and a mild fever. Symptoms may worsen after a few weeks and may have vomiting and cough with a high pitched "whooping" sound between breathes.
When do symptoms of the Swine Flu subside?
Usually in only a few days, or up to a week. Symptoms of the cough can last longer, but if over 2 weeks and the cough continues, a health care professional should be contacted for an exam to be sure there is not a secondary respiratory infection.
What kind of symptoms do dogs get if they have an ear infections Is it common with ear infections for the dog to have a weakhorse bark and a cough?
some common symptoms for an ear infection in a dog is scratching the infected ear and shaking the head. a weak, hoarse bark and a cough could be symptoms of a common cold, and should pass; if not consult a veterinarian.
What are the symptoms of the lungs?
Some symptoms of lung cancer are persistent cough, blood, fatigue.
What are some symptoms of Cough?
Some of the symptoms of kennel cough are a honking cough, hacking up foamy liquid, and the animal moving around less than usual. Kennel cough is usually not a serious condition but can develop into a more serious illness if left untreated.
What disease has the symptoms of short fast coughs ending with a whoop sound?
It is called Pertussis or "Whooping Cough".
What are symptoms of cough?
Symptoms of a cough would be things that are experienced by the patient themselves. This can include things like feeling pressure in the chest area, feeling congestion or a ticklish sensation that produces the urge to cough.
What are the most common childhood asthma symptoms?
The most common childhood asthma symptoms are wheezing, cough, tightness of chest. One should get medication from family doctor to ease this discomfort.
