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.

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.

Nausea, Vomiting, Abdominal pain, Diarrhoea

• Always take the complete course of treatment, as advised by your doctor even if you feel better.
• Oseltamivir Phosphate is not a vaccine. It treats infection or prevents the flu virus from spreading.
• Oseltamivir Phosphate will not change the effectiveness of a flu vaccine, and you might be prescribed both by your doctor.
• Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney problems.
• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Ques. 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

Ques. 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

Ques. 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

Ques. 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

Ques. 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

Ques. Q. Is Oseltamivir Phosphate safe?
Yes. Oseltamivir Phosphate is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side effects, consult your doctor

Ques. 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.