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A member asked:

What could a doctor prescribe for the flu if it's too late for tamiflu (oseltamivir)?

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Dr. Jay Park answered

None: Antivirals including tamiflu (oseltamivir) should be given within 48 hours from the onset of flu symptoms to be effective.

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Answered 3/24/2014

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Dx w/flu and was prescribed Tamiflu early. Now, 48 hours later, no flu symptoms. The Tamiflu caused bad effects. My doc said to stop mid-dose. Safe?

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I was diagnosed with the flu , type B today. No fever and I dont feel that bad. Doctor prescribed Tamiflu. I am very worried about potential complications. People die from the flu? Should I be worried?

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Im tested positive for the flu today(I taken the flu shot, so i have a milder)My doc said I dont need tamiflu b/c my symptoms are not severe. Normal?

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Got flu. Was prescribed tamiflu (oseltamivir). Then after a day partied and drank. Now little better but nausea, feeling and pain in right lower stomach. It serious?

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5 days into my "flu" , 2 trips to hospital and i was finally prescribed tamiflu (oseltamivir) by my dr. Is it going to help at all to take it at this point?

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