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Oseltamivir Phosphate
How Oseltamivir Phosphate works
Oseltamivir Phosphate is a neuraminidase inhibitor. It stops the spread of influenza (flu) virus in the body and helps in fast relief from influenza (flu) symptoms like a stuffy or a runny nose, sore throat, cough, muscle or joint aches, tiredness, headache, fever, and chills.
Side Effects
Nausea, Vomiting, Abdominal pain, Diarrhoea
Usage
Oseltamivir Phosphate is used in the treatment and prevention of influenza (flu)
It is also used in the treatment of H1N1 influenza (Swine flu). It would be advised by your doctor when you have symptoms of influenza (flu) or if there is influenza virus outbreak in your community.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can I take Oseltamivir Phosphate for cold, sinus infection, or sore throat?Oseltamivir Phosphate is not indicated for common cold, sinus infection, or sore throat. It is indicated for symptoms of influenza viral infection
Q. Is Oseltamivir Phosphate an antibiotic or a sulfa drug?Oseltamivir Phosphate is an anti-influenza drug. It is not an antibiotic or sulfa drug
Q. Can I take oseltamivir with Tylenol, Nyquil, amoxicillin, ibuprofen, Mucinex, or azithromycin?Oseltamivir can be taken with Tylenol (paracetamol), Nyquil (paracetamol, dextromethorphan, doxylamine, amoxicillin, ibuprofen, Mucinex, or azithromycin only if prescribed by your doctor
Q. Is Oseltamivir Phosphate available or sold over the counter?No. Oseltamivir Phosphate is a prescription drug. It is not available or sold over the counter
Q. Can I take Oseltamivir Phosphate with antibiotics?Oseltamivir Phosphate may be taken with antibiotics only if prescribed by the doctor. Consult your doctor before use
Q. Is Oseltamivir Phosphate safe?Yes. Oseltamivir Phosphate is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side effects, consult your doctor
Q. Does Oseltamivir Phosphate cause high blood pressure?Oseltamivir Phosphate is not expected to cause high blood pressure. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor.
