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Tamiflu
Tamiflu is a medicine for curing and preventing influenza infections in children and adults. It can also reduce the risk of getting influenza in patients 1 year and older. Tamiflu is not an alternative for flu vaccines.
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Son had swine flu treated by Tami flu now a week later he is five when should go back to school no symptoms now?
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If he doesn't show any more signs I would send him Monday. Let the teacher know so if he does get tired or sick she can call you.
What is TM-FLU?
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ALERT JUNE 17, 2010
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announces internet pharmacy fraud selling mislabeled drug as Tamiflu generic equivalent named TM-FLU. This is a scam.
A drug called TM-FLU from the online pharmacy called TRYDRUGS PHARMACEUTICALS PVT. LTD., at M.G. Road, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, does not contain Oseltamivir, which is the active ingredient of the well known brand of antiviral medicines, Tamiflu. This pharmaceutical company is fake and they are doing fraudulent business.
The drug, TM-FLU, will not be effective for influenza. There is no FDA approved generic Tamiflu product. Worse, TM-FLU was analyzed and it does contain Cloxacillin (one of the antibiotics of the penicillin group). This can cause deadly allergic reactions in some people, and antibiotics are not effective against the viruses that cause influenza.
The following advice is given in the FDA announcement (see link):
Consumers can also be confident that the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy Verified Internet Pharmacy Sites Seal, also known as VIPPS Seal, gives a seal of approval to pharmacy sites that apply and meet state licensure requirements. Legitimate pharmacies that carry the VIPPS seal are listed at [the website link below].
The FDA advises anyone possessing or encountering any of these fraudulent Tamiflu drugs not to use them and to contact the FDA's Office of Criminal Investigations by calling 800-551-3989, or by visiting the OCI website [see link].
Health care professionals and consumers are encouraged to report adverse events that may be related to the use of these fraudulent products to the FDA's MedWatch Program by phone at 800-FDA-1088, by fax at 800-FDA-0178, or by mail at: MedWatch, HF-2, FDA, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20852-9787.
You should not use this drug. Contact the FDA as advised above, find out if they need you to hold the drug if you have it in your possession, or if you should dispose of it. If instructed to dispose, discard any remaining quantity in the proper way for your location and waste management systems.
See the links below for more information.
Can you take Tamiflu and Lexapro?
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Yes. According to the Tamiflu prescription information:
TAMIFLU has been shown to have a minimal chance of negatively interacting with other medications. Over-the-counter medications may be prescribed to reduce severity of symptoms while the antiviral action of TAMIFLU takes effect.
Antibiotics and Tamiflu should be OK taken together, however, depending on the reason for the antibiotic, you may want to get counseling from the Pharmacist or your doctor before using both.
Why do antibiotics have an effect on Swine Flu?
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They do not have an effect on swine flu, but can be helpful if a secondary bacterial infection occurs with the flu or after the flu. Antibiotics have no effect on viruses. The flu is caused by viruses. Antibiotics are for treating infections by bacteria, not for treating infections by viruses.
What are the advantages of tamiflu?
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Reducing your sypmtoms, reducing the amount of time your ill by a day or two.
the disadvantages are vomiting, diareaha.
Is Tamiflu safe for transplant patients?
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It is important that transplant patients always contact their transplant physician before adding any medications, either prescription or over the counter, to their medication regimen.
The literature from the manufacturer does not list any complications or side effects specific to transplant patients and does not list them among those who should not take the drug. The following statement may apply if you are taking anti-rejection medications:
Efficacy of TAMIFLU for treatment or prophylaxis has not been established in immunocompromised patients.
A low fever started the day after you started taking Tamiflu do you keep taking it?
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Yes most people have a fever before they start taking it.I would continue to take it if youre worried talk to your Doctor.
As a caregiver for a family member with swine flu I was put on Tamiflu do I need to also get the swine flu vaccine?
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Yes, probably. You should contact the health care professional who gave you the Tamiflu order and see if they recommend that you get the vaccination when it becomes available. It won't hurt to take it even if you were exposed to the virus already, and it would be better safe than sorry.
There is a chance that if your family member had confirmed A-H1N1/09 influenza and you were in direct contact with them while they were sick, you may have acquired immunity from that exposure. The Tamiflu is not the same as a vaccination and it does not prevent infection with a virus unless you get it at just the right time, usually it is given to lessen the symptoms and speed the recovery when you do contract the disease.
Can you take bromfed dm cough syrup and Tamiflu?
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Ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent which is commonly used to treat fever and headaches. You can take Ibuprofen with Bromfed DM cough syrup as there are no known interactions.
Can you mix hydrocodone and Tamiflu?
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Because many cold medicines contain acetaminophen, as does Vicodin, taking them together may be dangerous for your liver. Contact your pharmacist or health care provider for advice on safe cold medicines to take when you're on Vicodin.
