Tamiflu
Oseltamivir 75mg hard capsules, used in the management of influenza. A neuraminidase inhibitor that keeps new viral particles from being released.
- Category
- Antivirals
- Active ingredient
- Oseltamivir
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Capsule, hard
- Strengths
- 75mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Tamiflu on your behalf.
- Condition
- Influenza
- Therapeutic class
- Neuraminidase Inhibitor
- Pharmacological class
- Neuraminidase Inhibitor
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to oseltamivir
- Precautions and warnings
- monitor for neuropsychiatric events; maintain adequate hydration
- Minor side effects
- nausea; vomiting; headache; pain
- Moderate side effects
- insomnia; fatigue; dizziness
- Dosage forms
- Capsule, hard
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Roche
- Onset Time
- 24–48 hours
- Duration
- 5 days
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C, keep dry.
- Drug interactions
- influenza vaccine
- Age restrictions
- Use requires age-appropriate dosing.
Serious side effects
anaphylaxis, requires immediate medical attention; Stevens-Johnson syndrome, requires immediate medical attention; toxic epidermal necrolysis, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Oseltamivir 75mg hard capsules, used in the management of influenza. A neuraminidase inhibitor that keeps new viral particles from being released.
Mechanism of action
Oseltamivir is a neuraminidase inhibitor that interferes with the release of new viral particles from infected cells, thereby preventing the spread of influenza within the body.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if clinically necessary. Breastfeeding: May be used if clinically necessary.
Tamiflu contains the active ingredient oseltamivir, an antiviral medication used in the management of influenza. It is supplied as a 75mg tablet. For many, having access to effective antivirals can assist in managing seasonal flu symptoms when used promptly after they appear.
Buying Tamiflu online
Note that generic oseltamivir, much of it made in India, is far more affordable than the original brand. This medication is best used under a doctor’s care, especially for expats and people living far from a well stocked pharmacy.
What you will receive
Tamiflu is the originator brand name, made by Roche. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Roche and do not ship the original Tamiflu.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Oseltamivir) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.