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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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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?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Yes most people have a fever before they start taking it.I would continue to take it if youre worried talk to your Doctor.
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.
How can you make Tamiflu make you feel less nauseous?
To help reduce nausea while taking Tamiflu, consider taking the medication with food, as this can ease stomach discomfort. Staying hydrated and consuming bland foods may also help. If nausea persists, consult your healthcare provider for possible adjustments or additional remedies to manage the side effects.
Can you take bromfed dm cough syrup and Tamiflu?
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?
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.
How close together can first two doses of Tamiflu be taken?
For adults and children aged 13 and older, Tamiflu (oseltamivir) is typically prescribed as two doses taken 12 hours apart for the treatment of influenza. However, if a dose is missed, it can be taken as soon as remembered, unless it's close to the time of the next scheduled dose. In general, it's important to follow the prescribing physician's instructions and not to take doses closer together than recommended. Always consult a healthcare provider for specific advice regarding medication dosing.
May you take Tamiflu while on blood pressure medicine?
is ok to take tamiflu with high blood pressure
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.
Is the Tamiflu antivirus medicine free?
That depends on a few factors. What country you are in whether there a national program for dispensing the anti-viral medicine is one factor, some countries are providing this to people through a national program. What insurance coverage, if any, do you have is a factor since some cover preventive medicines and some do not. Is there a drug manufacturer who makes this drug (in brand or in generic form) that has offered it to people with confirmed or probable cases of the Novel H1N1. Check with your health care coverage plan, your doctor, your local public health department, or your national health ministry to find out if it is available to you free or at reduced costs.
You forgot to refrigerate Tamiflu can you still give it to your kids?
per the pharmacist, there is no need to refrigerate Tamiflu.
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.
Can you take Darvocet with Tamiflu and Dexpak Jr?
This is fine to mix. Tamiflu is an antiviral. It will not interact with the other two medicines. Remember that the steroid (Dexpak) is harsh on the stomach. Have some food before taking those!
Can lupus patients take Tamiflu?
Each patient would need to get advice from their attending physicians to know if they can take Tamiflu. It is likely okay, but different medications and treatments could influence a determination of if and when to use anti-viral medicines when you have a serious underlying disease like Lupus.
Can you take norel and Tamiflu meds together?
Yes. They can be taken together. But so as to avoid burden on digestive system, you usually give half hour's gap between important drugs like above. Or else patient may vomit the drugs.
Stay home.
Tamiflu is a prescription medication used to treat the influenza, or flu, virus. It can shorten the duration of the flu if taken as soon as symptoms start.
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Does it mean you had H1N1 if you were prescribed Tamiflu?
Tamiflu can be prescribed for any viral infection, not just the flu and not just H1N1/09 swine flu. So without lab testing there is no way to know for sure what type of flu you might have had.
It won't hurt to get a flu shot even if you had that type of flu.
The H1N1/09 vaccine is included in the seasonal flu vaccines for the 2011-2012 flu season. You should get the seasonal flu vaccination to be protected from the three most prominent types of flu that are expected to be in the Northern Hemisphere during this flu season.
Can you open Tamiflu capsule to mix with food?
yeah, actually you can open the capsule and mix it with food.
I just got my pills yesterday and I will not take them for anything, so i mixed the powder with applesauce :)
