I had my regular Flu Vacc. and I am not sure what indication or signs should I take serious for starting taking Tamiflu. I am 17 yoa. I have replacement of pulmonal valve (Biological)
What is the dose and in case of repeat how long could I take the drug?
Thank you
RAB
I am a TOF patient with 2 open heart surg. is there additional precautions for taking Tamiflu?
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suzanne6629 Sep 2009
You will need to check with your healthcare provider.
This from the Tamiflu information leaflet :
"... Before taking Tamiflu, tell your doctor if you have received a nasal flu vaccine within the past 2 weeks, or if you have kidney disease, heart disease... "
See also: http://www.drugs.com/tamiflu.html
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Thanks for the answer !! There is nothing new that I could not find myself, I was seeking some profesional and more pricise answer. One of the warnings is Heart disease ! I wanted to konw in my condition and not in general.
Thanks for the try.