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12-06-2014 01:23 AM
DH was diagnosed with influenza and given Tamiflu. I asked Dr. how infectious the flu was. I said considering we live in the same house, same bed etc. Two days later I was back very sick and getting Tamiflu. The leaflet in with the capsules said that family members could take Tamiflu to reduce the chance of getting the flu or reduce the symptoms. I am thinking that it should be routine for doctors to give prescriptions for Tamiflu to family members to reduce the spread of the flu. The CDC make such a fuss about the spread of influenza - why don't they help reduce it by recommending Tamiflu to family members in the same household? DH and I are elderly and have had a hard time dealing with us both so sick at the same time.
12-06-2014 01:27 AM
Here's an article that gives information on why they don't prescribe Tamiflu as a preventative
http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/news/2013/01/should-i-take-tamiflu-to-treat-the-flu/index.htm
12-06-2014 03:01 AM
12-06-2014 03:05 AM
12-06-2014 03:27 AM
This is a quote from the above mentioned article speaks to the crux of the matter for me. Due to the over-use of antibiotics we already have super-bacteria that is resistant to antibiotics. Another reason to get a flu vaccination.
"What's more, taking antivirals if you don't need them may breed drug-resistant strains of the virus, just as the overuse of antibiotics leads to antibiotic-resistant bacteria. And it can reduce the supply of drugs for people who need them the most. In fact, the FDA has already reported shortages of the oral suspension form of Tamiflu, in some areas."
12-06-2014 03:39 AM
My husband came down with a very bad case of the "swine flu" about 5 years ago....before the vaccine was available. My doctor put him on Tamiflu and put me on 1/2 dose of Tamiflu. I didn't catch it.
I have ended up with bacterial pneumonia in the past, from the flu, and other complications. And, I have allergies to quite a few antibiotics. He felt it was in my best interest to do everything possible to avoid catching it.
But I can understand why they don't want to over-prescribe it.
12-06-2014 02:11 PM
On 12/6/2014 only shops online said:My husband came down with a very bad case of the "swine flu" about 5 years ago....before the vaccine was available. My doctor put him on Tamiflu and put me on 1/2 dose of Tamiflu. I didn't catch it.
I have ended up with bacterial pneumonia in the past, from the flu, and other complications. And, I have allergies to quite a few antibiotics. He felt it was in my best interest to do everything possible to avoid catching it.
But I can understand why they don't want to over-prescribe it.
I was prescribed Tamiflu for swine flu when I was in England. It really reduced the symptoms of flu. Each case needs to be considered individually.
12-06-2014 03:01 PM
Elderberry syrup or homebrew elderberry tincture. Elderberry syrup should be available at many pharmacies. I actually made some homebrew from dried elderberries, but it is not suitable for children because it is alcohol based, after all. Tamiflu was over the counter for many years until somebody figured out that they could make a ton of money by pulling it making it prescription only.
12-06-2014 03:06 PM
Tamiflu may reduce the severity and duration of flu symptoms, but recent articles have stated that it often isn't very effective. And the concerns about developing strains of flu that don't respond to it if it is overused are probably valid.
12-06-2014 03:08 PM
On 12/6/2014 OkeyDokey said:Elderberry syrup or homebrew elderberry tincture. Elderberry syrup should be available at many pharmacies. I actually made some homebrew from dried elderberries, but it is not suitable for children because it is alcohol based, after all. Tamiflu was over the counter for many years until somebody figured out that they could make a ton of money by pulling it making it prescription only.
Isn't elderberry wine what Cary Grant's aunts used to kill their "gentleman" is Arsenic and Old Lace?
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