Tamiflu Drug

• Tamiflu

Tamiflu is a prescription drug used to treat and prevent the flu. This eMedTV resource offers a general overview of this medication, including information on possible side effects and what to do if you miss a dose.

• Tamiflu Side Effects

Common side effects with Tamiflu can include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. This portion of the eMedTV library describes several side effects that can occur in children and adults who are taking the drug. Most Tamiflu side effects are mild.

• Tamiflu Uses

Tamiflu is mainly used to treat and prevent the flu. This eMedTV article explains how there may be more Tamiflu uses in the future. For example, the drug is currently being studied as a possible treatment for bird flu (avian flu).

• Tamiflu Dosage

In most cases, the recommended Tamiflu dosage is 75 mg, twice a day, for five days. As this eMedTV article explains, your dosage will vary, depending on factors such as your age and any other medical conditions you may have.

• Tamiflu Drug Interactions

This eMedTV article indicates that there are no known Tamiflu drug interactions. However, it is still important to discuss your current medications with your doctor before starting Tamiflu, a medication used to treat and prevent the flu.

• Tamiflu Precautions and Warnings

This eMedTV Web page lists several important Tamiflu precautions and warnings. For example, Tamiflu has been reported to cause an allergic reaction or serious skin reaction in some people. Also, this drug should be avoided by women who are nursing.

• Generic Tamiflu

Generic Tamiflu is currently unavailable. This eMedTV article explains that the medication is protected by a patent until 2016. Once the patent expires, it is expected that a generic form of Tamiflu will become available for sale.