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Is it possible for you to take an antiviral for flu and prednisone?
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DEPENDS,: When flu or influenza is diagnosed, antiviral medication needs to be started within 24 to 48 hours to have good response. If you have to continue Prednisone for an important reason, talk to your doctor. S/he is the best person to answer this.
Answered 6/30/2014
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