Description
Tamiflu Dosage Directions
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Tamiflu dosage depends on your age and clinical history, if present and usually prescribed to be taken with a glass of water or can be taken with or without regard to meals.
Dosage per day
The usual recommended dosage of Tamiflu in adults is 75 mg twice a day for 5 days (to be taken within 48 hours from onset of symptoms).
Tamiflu Storage
Tamiflu, when stored at room temperature (25 degree Celsius) is stable for 5 days and when stored in refrigerator (2 – 8 degree Celsius) is stable for 35 days. Tamiflu should be kept in air tight container and away from children and pets.
Tamiflu Side effects
Common side effects of Tamiflu include
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Headache, diarrhea and nausea,
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Vomiting, cough and dizziness,
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Stomach cramps or pain.
Serious side effects of Tamiflu include
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Hallucinations and confusions,
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Anxiety and redness or blistering of skin,
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Breathing problems or seizures,
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Severe allergic reactions such as hives or itching and swelling of lips, face or throat.
Tamiflu Precautions to be followed
Do not take this drug if you suffer from any allergies.
Avoid taking Tamiflu if you have any unusual or allergic reaction to any of its active or inactive components.
Is strictly not recommended to take during pregnancy.
Do not take Tamiflu if you are pregnant (or planning to become pregnant) or breastfeeding.
Consult your medical professional if you have any medical history.
Individuals suffering from serious medical complications such as kidney or liver diseases, heart ailments or lung diseases are usually not recommended to take Tamiflu.
Tamiflu Benefits
Tamiflu is regarded as most effective in aiding to relieve the grave symptoms caused due to uncomplicated and acute illness of influenza infection as well as for prophylaxis of influenza patients.
