Common Questions about Oseltamivir Phosphate (Tamiflu)

Is Tamiflu an antibiotic?

No, Tamiflu (oseltamivir) is not an antibiotic. It is an antiviral drug that is used to treat flu symptoms and prevent infection with influenza viruses.

Is Tamiflu effective after 72 hours?

Tamiflu (oseltamivir) is most effective when you take it within 48 hours of developing flu symptoms. However, sometimes doctors prescribe this medicine if it has been 48-72 hours since a person started feeling sick.

Does Tamiflu help with cough?

Tamiflu (oseltamivir phosphate) can help reduce the severity of flu symptoms, including cough, sore throat, runny nose, stuffy nose, headache, weakness, and fever.

How many days is Tamifly taken?

The usual dose of Tamiflu is 75 mg twice a day for 5 days to treat flu symptoms. This medication may be prescribed once daily for up to 6 weeks to prevent influenza when there is a community outbreak. Follow your doctor’s dosing instructions carefully to get the full benefit of this medicine. 

Can I stop Tamiflu after 2 days?

Do not stop Tamiflu after 2 days, even if you feel better. Oseltamivir (Tamiflu) is taken for 5 days. If you stop it sooner, your infection may not be fully treated and may come back.

What is the price of Tamiflu without insurance?

Without insurance, Tamiflu can be as high as $154.49, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $27.00 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. While generics tend to have the best savings, you can also use your BuzzRx card and coupons to purchase brand-name versions. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescription drugs—whether you have insurance or not.

What is the price of Tamiflu with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on Tamiflu—Copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for Tamiflu. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medicine, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.