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I am having flue what medicine do i need to buy or take?

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Dr. Theresa Henderson answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Flu: If you have confirmed Flu and are within 2-3 days of starting symptoms you should get a prescription from your MD for Tamiflu. If not this then depending on your med tolerance and other health issues,Delsin or Robitussin CF or DM for cough; Aleve,Advil or Tylenol for fever/body aches. Cold drinks when fevers. Chicken soup best homemade. SeeMD if short of breath or not getting better. Rest/sleep.

Answered 12/30/2017

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Dr. Harold Mandel answered

Specializes in General Practice

Conservative Rx: There are prescription anti-viral drugs which include Tamiflu and Relenza which work best when taken within 48 hours of the onset of the flu. You would have to go to a clinic for a check-up and to have one of these drugs prescribed. Otherwise supportive treatment with bed rest, drinking a lot of fluids such as water and fruit juice, chicken soup, and a vaporizer are advisable.

Answered 12/20/2018

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Limited benefit: Flu or common cold is a virus-caused infection and it is very common.Everyone of us will have this infection 1-2 times in a year. So it is good to know that this is not a serious problem most times as it goes away in 7-10 days with or without medication. Tylenol(Acetaminophen) is the best medicine if you have Fever, aches in the body or sore throat/chest pain. Tylenol can be taken every 6 hours

Answered 12/20/2018

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