Chemical Name: OSELTAMIVIR (ah-sell-TAMM-eh-veer)
This medicine is an antiviral agent used to treat the flu (influenza A
and B) in patients 1 year of age and older who have had symptoms for no
more than 2 days. Oseltamivir is also used to prevent the flu in
patients age 1 and over in the U.S. who must be in close contact with
someone who has the flu, such as another household member. This medicine
may be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with this medicine.
INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and
over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. DO NOT START OR STOP any
medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval. Inform your doctor of
any other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding.
Use of this medicine in children under age 1 for treatment of the flu is
not recommended. Discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of
giving this medicine to your child. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if
you have any questions or concerns about taking this medicine.
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor.
This medicine comes with a patient information leaflet. Read it
carefully. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist any questions that you
may have about this medicine. Begin taking this medicine as soon as you
notice symptoms of the flu. THIS MEDICINE MAY BE TAKEN WITH FOOD if it
upsets your stomach. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature below 77
degrees F (25 degrees C), away from heat and light. TO CLEAR UP YOUR
INFECTION COMPLETELY, continue taking this medicine for the full course
of treatment even if you feel better in a few days. Do not miss any
doses. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, take it as soon as possible.
If it is within 2 hours of your next dose, skip the missed dose and go
back to your regular dosing schedule. DO NOT take 2 doses at once.
DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE if you have had an allergic reaction to it or
are allergic to any ingredient in this product. This medicine will not
prevent you from spreading influenza to others. IF MODERATE TO SEVERE
DIARRHEA OCCURS during or after treatment with this medicine, check with
your doctor or pharmacist. Do not treat it with non-prescription
(over-the-counter) medicines. DO NOT DRIVE, OPERATE MACHINERY, OR DO
ANYTHING ELSE THAT COULD BE DANGEROUS until you know how you react to
this medicine. Using this medicine alone, with other medicines, or with
alcohol, may lessen your ability to drive or to perform other
potentially dangerous tasks. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING
PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this
medicine during pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in
breast milk. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while you are using
this medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks
to your baby.
SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking this medicine include nausea,
vomiting, or dizziness. If they continue or are bothersome, check with
your doctor. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience reddened,
blistered or swollen skin; or swelling of the face or tongue. An
allergic reaction to this medicine is unlikely, but seek immediate
medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include
rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, or trouble breathing. If you
notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or
pharmacist.
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent a
medicine from doing its job. Use our drug interaction checker to find
out if your medicines interact with each other.
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or
emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea and
vomiting.
THIS MEDICINE IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR A FLU SHOT. Continue to get an
annual flu shot if your doctor has recommended you do so. DO NOT SHARE
THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE
THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the
reach of children.
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