Tamiflu

NURS 2516 Clinical Medications Worksheets (You will need to make additional copies of these forms) Generic Name Trade Name Classification Dose Route Time/frequency Oseltamivir/placebo Tamiflu/placebo antiviral 6.25 mL PO BID 0900, 2100 clinical trial Peak Onset Duration For IV meds, compatibility with IV Unknown unknown 12 hr drips and /or solutions N/A Mechanism of action and indications (Why med ordered) Inhibits the enxyme neuramidase, which may alter virus particle aggregation and release. Influenza B

Nursing Implications (what to focus on) Contraindications/warnings/interactions Hypersensitivity

Interactions with other patient drugs, OTC or herbal medicines (ask patient specifically) None known

Lab value alterations caused by medicine None known

Nursing Process- Assessment (Pre-administration assessment) monitor flu symptoms (sudden onset of fever, cough, headache, fatigue, muscular weakness, sore throat)

Common side effects None common or life threatening

Be sure to teach the patient the following about this medication Take as soon as flu symptoms appear and continue to take as directed even if symptoms improve. Do not share this medication. This medication is not a substitute for an influenza immunization. Advise practitioner of any other medications being taken. Assessment Evaluation Why would you hold or not Check after giving give this med? Reduction of the Unexpected, intolerable duration of flu adverse effects symptoms