What should I do if I think I have the flu? If you feel like you have flu symptoms, you should always visit your doctor. Only your doctor will be able to tell you if you have a condition that requires treatment or if bed rest and fluids are all you need to get better. If you think you have the flu, visit your doctor as soon as symptoms start (within 2 days) and ask for more information about Tamiflu.

How do I know if I have the flu?

The flu generally strikes 1 to 3 days after exposure to the virus and can seem sudden. Common flu symptoms include sudden onset of fever and chills, cough, muscle pain, headache, fatigue and weakness. Some people also get a stuffy nose and sore throat. Sound all too familiar?

Should I visit my doctor if I think I have the flu?

If you feel seriously ill, you should always visit your doctor. Only your doctor will be able to tell you if you have a condition that requires treatment or if bed rest and fluids are all you need to get better. If you think you have the flu, visit your doctor as soon as symptoms start (within 2 days) and ask for more information about Tamiflu.

People over the age of 50 and those of all ages with chronic health problems should always contact a doctor if they get the flu.

Also important to know: people with the flu sometimes develop other serious infections such as pneumonia, bronchitis, sinusitis or ear infection. You should consult your doctor promptly if:

• You are coughing up thick, discolored or bloody mucus
• You have symptoms such as recurring fever, chest pain, facial swelling, severe pain in the face, forehead or ear

What should I do if I get the flu?

Visit your doctor to see if Tamiflu is right for you. Tamiflu treats flu at its source, by attacking the virus that causes the flu, rather than simply masking symptoms. Rest is also important to help you get better. Plus, if you stay home, there's less risk that you'll give the flu to other people, as the flu continues to be contagious for 3 or 4 days after symptoms appear. You should also drink plenty of fluids, especially hot liquids, which may relieve the feeling of congestion. A pain reliever, such as acetaminophen, can be taken for aches and fever. Never give aspirin to a child under 12 years old who has the flu (or any illness you suspect is caused by a virus) due to the risk of a serious adverse effect known as Reye's syndrome.

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