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I was diagnosed with a flu. tamiflu was prescribed; however, after three days still have a fever. can i take alkaseltzer cold and flu together with ?

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Dr. Mohammad Ashori answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes. : Yes that's safe to take. Make sure you have no pneumonia symptoms such as shortness of breath or chest pain. If so an X-ray would be good.

Dr Cremers agreed

Answered 12/23/2016

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