Tamiflu

capsules containing oseltamivir phosphate What kind of medication is this? The antiviral medicine known as OSELTAMIVIR is capable of inhibiting the activity of influenza viruses types A and B in the human body. It is effective in preventing and treating some types of influenza, as well as the flu. It is not effective in treating the typical cold. Before I start using this medication, what should I discuss with my primary care physician? Doctors need to know whether you have any of the following criteria in order to proceed with the procedure: illness of the heart immune system difficulties renal disease illness of the liver lung disease a response that is not typical or an allergy to oseltamivir, other medications, foods, colors, or preservatives pregnant or attempting to get pregnant breast-feeding What is the correct way to take this medication? This medication should be taken orally with a full glass of water. As soon as you see any signs of the flu, you should begin taking it. Take it with meals if you find that it makes your stomach uncomfortable. Use the medication as directed for the whole duration of the therapy to ensure that the infection is completely cured. Go on taking it even if you start to feel better after a few days have passed. To alleviate the symptoms of the flu, you should take oseltamivir once every 12 hours for a period of five days. Oseltamivir should be taken at regular intervals of 24 hours for a period of 10 days or as directed by your doctor. Always be sure to follow the advice of your doctor. Have a discussion with your child's physician about the possibility of giving them this medication. The use of this medication for children as young as one year old is permitted for the treatment of certain disorders; nevertheless, certain safeguards must be taken. In the event that you believe you may have taken an excessive amount of this medication, you should immediately contact a poison control center or an emergency facility. PLEASE TAKE NOTE That no one else should use this medication. It is important that others not use this medication. What should I do if I forget a dose? If you forget to take a dosage, you should take it as soon as you remember it. Take only that dose if it is getting close to the time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take duplicate or additional dosages. What other substances could react with this medication? After taking oseltamivir, you should wait at least 48 hours before using a nasal flu vaccination (FluMist). Provide your primary care physician with a list of all the medications, herbs, over-the-counter pharmaceuticals, and dietary supplements that you are currently using. Additionally let them know whether you are a smoker, a drinker, or if you take any illicit substances. It's possible that certain things might react badly with your medication. What side effects should I be on the lookout for while I'm taking this medication? Check in with your primary care physician or another qualified medical expert on a regular basis. Talk to your primary care physician if you notice that your symptoms are not improving or if they are becoming worse. Those who have the flu may have an increased chance of experiencing seizures, disorientation, or aberrant behavior. This risk may be raised if you have the flu. This happens early on in the course of the illness, and it happens more often in younger children and teenagers. These occurrences do not happen very often, but they have the potential to cause the patient to sustain an injury by mistake. Whenever a patient exhibits symptoms of behavior that are out of the ordinary, their families and caregivers should be on the lookout for these indicators and should immediately make an appointment with a physician or another qualified medical expert. This medication is not a suitable replacement for being vaccinated against the flu. Every year, you should discuss getting a flu vaccination with your family physician. What potential negative reactions may I have to this medication? You should report the following side effects to your physician or another qualified medical expert as soon as possible: Skin rashes, itching, and hives, as well as swelling of the cheeks, lips, and tongue are examples of allergic responses. Anxiety, bewilderment, and odd behavior are all symptoms. issues with one's respiration hallucinations, as well as a disconnection from reality a rash that may include redness, blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin, even inside the mouth. seizures Adverse effects that, in most cases, do not need seeking medical attention (although you should let your doctor or another health care expert know if they persist or become bothersome): cough diarrhea dizziness headache nausea, vomiting an ache in the stomach This list may not describe all possible adverse effects. Where should I store my medication, please? Be sure that youngsters can't get their hands on it. Keep at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). After the expiration date, any medicine that has been used but not finished should be thrown away.