Comparing Tamiflu vs Theraflu Flu & Cough
| Tamiflu (oseltamivir) | Theraflu Flu & Cough (acetaminophen / chlorpheniramine / dextromethorphan / pseudoephedrine) |
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Prescription only
Tamiflu is an antiviral medicine that is used for the treatment or prevention of the flu. When used to treat the flu, it is most effective if started within 48 hours of symptom onset. Prescribed for... View more |
Over-the-counter
Prescribed for Influenza, Cold Symptoms. Theraflu Flu & Cough may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
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Tamiflu has an average rating of 5.9 out of 10 from a total of 564 ratings on Drugs.com. 49% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 38% reported a negative effect. |
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| Side Effects Experienced by Users Side effects are reported in Drugs.com user reviews and not clinically verified. | |||||||||
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Other acetaminophen / chlorpheniramine / dextromethorphan / pseudoephedrine brands include: Alka-Seltzer Plus-D Multi-Symptom Sinus & Cold Liquid Gels, Allpanto-S, Childrens Tylenol Cold Plus Cough, Co-Apap, Comtrex Cold and Flu Maximum Strength Liquid, Comtrex Cold and Flu Maximum Strength Tablet, Comtrex Day and Night, Contac Cold and Flu Maximum Strength, Cough Formula M Multi-Symptom, Genacol Maximum Strength, Theracaps Multi-Symptom Cough & Cold Reliever, Triaminic Flu, Cough & Fever, Tylenol Cold View more | ||||||||
| Half Life Drug half-life is the time required for plasma concentration to reduce to half its original value. | |||||||||
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30 hours |
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| CSA Schedule 1 View glossary of CSA terms | |||||||||
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Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
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Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
Category N
Not classified
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| Drug Interactions | |||||||||
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A total of 9 drugs are known to interact with Tamiflu:
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A total of 688 drugs are known to interact with Theraflu Flu & Cough:
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No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
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October 27, 1999 |
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1 The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.
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