What type of syringe should I use to give my child Tamiflu orally?
A. Parents or caregivers of children younger than one year of age will always need to use a syringe marked in milliliters (mL). If you have questions about how to give the medicine you should speak with your healthcare provider. Q. What should I do if I am given Tamiflu capsules but can not swallow them? A. If you have trouble swallowing Tamiflu capsules, you should tell your healthcare provider. If liquid Tamiflu is not available and you have capsules that give the right dose (30 mg, 45 mg or 75 mg), you may pull open the Tamiflu capsules and mix the powder with a small amount of sweetened liquid such as regular or sugar-free chocolate syrup. You don’t have to use chocolate syrup but thick, sweet liquids work best at covering up the taste of the medicine. Q. Should women who are pregnant or nursing take Tamiflu? A. Tamiflu may be of benefit for some pregnant and nursing women with 2009 H1N1 influenza. At this time, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends t
