Generic Name - Oseltamivir
Category - Antiviral medication.
Indications
Treat flu viral infections.
Generic Tamiflu is indicated to treat infections caused by two of the common flu viruses. Generic Oseltamivir is used in the treatment of the infection caused by the flu virus (influenza A and influenza B). Generic Tamiflu may reduce flu symptoms (weakness, headache, fever, cough, and sore throat) by 1 day. Generic Oseltamivir has also been shown to prevent influenza infection if you have come into close contact with someone who has the flu.
Generic for Tamiflu Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Tamiflu is contraindicated in patients, with a prior history of hypersensitivity to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drug or any component of this formulation.
Generic Tamiflu should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment conditions.
- decreased kidney function - heart disease - liver disease - lung disease - an unusual or allergic reaction to oseltamivir, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Tamiflu. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.
- Probenecid (e.g., Benemid)-Co-administration may result in higher blood levels of the active metabolite of oseltamivir.
Generic for Tamiflu Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of Generic Tamiflu. The usual recommended dosage of Generic Tamiflu is 75 milligrams taken twice daily (morning and evening) for 5 days.
Generic for Tamiflu Adverse Effects
The most common side effects of Generic Tamiflu are coughing, difficulty sleeping, dizziness, headache, nausea and vomiting.
Generic for Tamiflu and Pregnancy
Do not take Tamiflu if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment. The effects of Generic Tamiflu in pregnant women have not been adequately studied.
Generic for Tamiflu and Breastfeeding
It is not known whether generic Tamiflu passes into breast milk. Do not take Tamiflu without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Generic for Tamiflu and Pediatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Tamiflu in pediatric patients have not been established.
Generic for Tamiflu and Geriatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Tamiflu in geriatric patients have not been established.
Note
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