Tamiflu (oseltamivir): Tamiflu, an antiviral medication may be given to reduce the severity and duration of influenza. It must be started within the 1st 48 hr of illness, or is ineffective. Influenza lasts 7-10days, tamiflu only reduces flu by 2 days, so the best treatment is prevention (vaccinate). If already sick, tylenol (acetaminophen) or ibuprofen, lots of fluids rest, vaporizer, cough suppressant. Hope you're better soon.
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Flu: If you have the flu hydrate well w water, herbal teas, soup or juice. Drink sufficiently to have pale to light yellow urine. You can use pain relievers like tylenol (acetaminophen) or nsaid’s. Rest a lot! in some situations antiviral medications (tamiflu, relenza, flumadine) may be prescribed within the first couple of days of symptoms to hasten healing or they can be used after flu exposure to prevent illness.
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