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Is tamiflu (oseltamivir) an antibiotic? and what negative effects can happen if i don't finish the entire dose?
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Tamiflu (oseltamivir): Tamiflu (oseltamivir) is not an antibiotic, but rather an anti-viral medication. It works by stopping the growth of the virus, and tamiflu (oseltamivir) ought to be taken within 2 days of onset of symptoms. If you stop early, the virus has a chance to regrow, leading to relapse of symptoms.
Answered 2/17/2019
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