Help Reduce Your Family's Chance of
Getting the Flu
Help stop the flu before it hits. Tamiflu may help prevent the flu in young children.
In a study of kids 1-12 years old who were exposed to the flu, taking Tamiflu reduced their chance of getting the flu by 82%.23
Tamiflu is not a substitute for a flu shot. Vaccination is still the first line of defense for flu protection.2
Tamiflu must be prescribed by a doctor, so if anyone in your family has been exposed to the flu, call your doctor right away and ask about Tamiflu.
Flu prevention for children from 1 to 12 years old
- Take 1 dose, once daily, for 10 days or as long as prescribed (see Tamiflu dosage chart below for dose amount).
| Prevention Dosing of Oral Tamiflu for Influenza for Patients 1 Year of Age and Older Based on Body Weight | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weight (kg) | Weight (lbs) | Prevention dosing for 10 days | Volume of oral suspension (6 mg/mL) for each dose* | Number of bottles of oral suspension to dispense | Number of capsules and strength to dispense |
| 15 kg or less | 33 lbs or less | 30 mg once daily | 5 mL | 1 bottle | 10 capsules, 30 mg |
| 16 kg thru 23 kg | 34 lbs thru 51 lbs | 45 mg once daily | 7.5 mL | 2 bottles | 10 capsules, 45 mg |
| 24 kg thru 40 kg | 52 lbs thru 88 lbs | 60 mg once daily | 10 mL | 2 bottles | 20 capsules, 30 mg |
| 41 kg or more | 89 lbs or more | 75 mg once daily | 12.5 mL† | 3 bottles | 10 capsules, 75 mg |
*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 administer Tamiflu with or without food. There is less chance of stomach upset if you give your child Tamiflu with a light snack, milk, or a meal.
- You can take Tamiflu for up to 6 weeks if there is an outbreak in your area. Always follow your doctor's advice on how long to take Tamiflu.
Please see the Tamiflu full Prescription Information for complete safety information.
Next step
Did you know...
A fever of 100°F or greater is a common symptom of the flu. If you or a family member feels flu symptoms such as a fever, call your doctor right away and ask how Tamiflu may help keep your symptoms from getting worse.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.
