What is TAMIFLU? What is The Effect of TAMIFLU ???

With the recent emphasis on H1N1, the hast to develop a vaccine for the H1N1 virus has led to the creation of the TAMIFLU vaccine. So what is TAMIFLU??

When treating flu symptoms, TAMIFLU when taken within two days of experiencing symptoms, it will works well by helping to stop the flu virus from spreading inside the body. If it is used for flu prevention, that is when you have been exposed to someone with the flu, taking TAMIFLU can help you keep the virus from making you sick. TAMIFLU is not a substitute for the flu shot; vaccination is the first line of defense for flu protection. This above is reference from http://www.tamiflu.com.

So, is there any side effect of TAMIFLU? Where, there is. The side effect of TAMIFLU are as follow:-
1. Skin Reactions with Allergic Reactions have been reported.
2. Confusions, Illusion are particularly common for small children and adolescents. They might have the high probability of self inflict injury or even sleep walking etc. If there is any unusual behavior, a healthcare professional should be contacted immediately if the patient taking TAMIFLU shows any signs of unusual behavior.

In addition, take the following precautions when using TAMIFLU:-
1. You should not take TAMIFLU if you are allergic to oseltamivir phosphate or any other ingredients of TAMIFLU.
2. TAMIFLU is normally not recommended for use during pregnancy or nursing, as the effects on the unborn child or nursing infant are unknown. If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding while taking TAMIFLU, talk to your doctor before taking TAMIFLU.
3. If you have any type of kidney disease, talk to your doctor before starting TAMIFLU therapy.
4. The use of TAMIFLU along with an intranasal flu vaccine like FluMist®* has not been evaluated. However, due to the possibility for interference between these products, an intranasal flu vaccine should not be given within 2 weeks before or 48 hours after taking TAMIFLU, unless it is deemed appropriate by your doctor. The type of flu vaccine administered as a shot through the skin can be given at any time relative to use of TAMIFLU.
5. As with any medication, be sure to discuss with your doctor any over–the–counter or prescription medicines you are currently taking before beginning TAMIFLU therapy.

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