TAMIFLU - OSEL TAMIVIR
Administration - ORAL
Pronounced - (oss-el-TAM-eh-veer)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S):
Oseltamivir, Tamiflu , Tamivir
USES:
Tamiflu (Oseltamivir) is used to treat illness (symptoms)
caused by the flu virus (influenza). Tamiflu (Oseltamivir)
is also used to prevent the flu (e.g., in household
members exposed to a flu sufferer).
HOW TO USE TAMIFLU - OSELTAMIVIR:
| Agent, group |
Treatment |
Chemoprophylaxis |
| Tamivir
(Oseltamivir) |
| Adults |
75mg capsule twice per day for 5 days |
75mg capsule once per day |
| Children (age, 12
months or older), weight: |
15 kg or less |
60mg per day divided into 2 doses |
30 mg once per day |
| 15–23 kg |
90mg per day divided into 2 doses |
45 mg once per day |
| 24–40 kg |
120mg per day divided into 2 doses |
60 mg once per day |
| >40 kg |
150mg per day divided into 2 doses |
75 mg once per day |
Take Tamiflu (Oseltamivir) by mouth as soon as flu symptoms
appear or as soon as possible after you have been exposed
(both within 48 hours). You may take this with food or
milk to minimize stomach upset. If you have the flu:
Take Tamiflu (Oseltamivir) twice a day for 5 days; once
in the morning and once in the evening. Complete the
entire treatment of 10 doses.
To prevent the flu: Take Tamiflu (Oseltamivir) once a
day for at least 7 days or take it exactly as prescribed
by your doctor. Tamiflu works best when the amount of
medicine in your body is kept at a constant level. Therefore,
take Tamiflu at the same time(s) each day. Take Tamiflu
until the full prescribed amount is finished, even if
symptoms improve. Stopping Tamiflu too early may result
in a relapse of the infection. Inform your doctor if
your condition worsens or if new symptoms appear.
TAMIFLU SIDE EFFECTS:
Nausea may occur. If this effect persists or worsens,
notify your doctor promptly. Tell your doctor immediately
if you have any of these unlikely but serious side
effects: dizziness, persistent cough. Tell your doctor
immediately if you have any of these very unlikely
but serious side effects: persistent weakness, fever,
sore throat. If you notice other effects not listed
above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
TAMIFLU PRECAUTIONS:Tell
your doctor your medical history, including: allergies,
kidney problems. Tamiflu (Oseltamivir) may make you dizzy
or drowsy; use caution engaging in activities requiring
alertness such as driving or using machinery. Limit alcoholic
beverages. Tamiflu should be used only when clearly needed
during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with
your doctor. It is not known if Tamiflu (Oseltamivir)
passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
TAMIFLU - OSELTAMIVIR INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription
med you may use. Do not start or stop any medicine
without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control
center or emergency room immediately.
NOTES:
Do not share Tamiflu with others. Consult your doctor
about the risks and important benefits of receiving
a yearly flu shot (vaccination) to prevent infection.
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
If it is near the time of the next dose (within two
hours), skip the missed dose and resume your usual
dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
STORAGE:
Store Tamiflu (Oseltamivir) at room temperature between
59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from
light and moisture.
