My child’s health care provider prescribed an antiviral drug in response to treating flu-like symptoms. Is my child eligible to receive the H1N1 vaccine?
Yes. If your child is taking an influenza antiviral drug (including Tamiflu© or Relenza©) he or she is eligible to receive the H1N1 vaccination shot at any time. However, your child must wait at least 48 hours after the last dose of antiviral medication was given before receiving the H1N1 nasal mist vaccine.
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