Help Stop the Flu Before It Hits
Because Tamiflu may help limit the spread of the flu virus in the body, it may also help prevent you from getting flu symptoms. In a study of people over 12 years old who were exposed to the flu, taking Tamiflu reduced the chance of getting the flu by 92%.22
Tamiflu is not a substitute for the flu shot. Vaccination is still the first line of defense for flu protection.2
Flu prevention for adults and teens aged 13 years and older1
- Take 1 dose, once daily, for 10 days or as long as prescribed.
- One dose is 75 mg/12.5 mL for adults and teens weighing 41 kg/89 lbs or more.
| Age | Capsule dosage | Liquid (oral suspension) dosage* |
|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 1 dose = one 75-mg capsule | 1 dose = 12.5 mL oral suspension† |
*A 10-mL oral dosing dispenser is provided with the oral suspension. In the event that the dispenser provided is lost or damaged, another dosing dispenser may be used to deliver the volumes.
†Delivery of this Tamiflu for Oral Suspension dose requires administering 10 mL followed by another 2.5 mL.
You can take Tamiflu with or without food. There is less chance of stomach upset if you take it with a light snack, milk, or a meal.
You can take Tamiflu for up to 6 weeks if you are exposed to the flu because of an outbreak in your community. Follow your doctor's advice on how long to take Tamiflu.
Tamiflu must be prescribed by a doctor, so if you start feeling flu symptoms, call your doctor right away.
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Tamiflu can be taken by children. Tamiflu is indicated for children 1 year and older.1
Indications
TAMIFLU is for treating people 1 year and older with influenza (flu) whose symptoms started within the last two days. TAMIFLU can also reduce the chance of getting the flu. TAMIFLU is not a substitute for an annual flu vaccination.
Important Safety Information
Before taking TAMIFLU, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or nursing. Let your doctor know if you have kidney disease, heart disease, respiratory disease, or other serious health conditions. Also tell your doctor about any medications you are taking or if you’ve received a nasal-spray flu vaccine in the past two weeks. If you have an allergic reaction or a severe rash with TAMIFLU, stop taking it, and contact your doctor right away. This may be very serious. The most common side effects of TAMIFLU are mild to moderate nausea and vomiting.
People with the flu, particularly children and adolescents, may be at increased risk for seizures, confusion, or abnormal behavior when they first get sick. These events may occur when the flu is not treated or right after starting TAMIFLU. These events are uncommon but may lead to accidental injury. Contact a healthcare professional right away if you notice any unusual behavior.
The most common side effects are mild to moderate nausea and vomiting.
Please see the TAMIFLU full Prescription Information for complete safety information.
