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Is Tamiflu Safe For Multiple Sclerosis Patients?

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Posted on Wed, 13 Nov 2024
Question: My daughter age 53, has MS. She came down with flu today. Is Tamiflu safe for MS patients.
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Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (38 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Tamiflu has no impact on multiple sclerosis!

Detailed Answer:

Hi and thanks for this query.

Tamiflu has no impact on MS. It neither worsens the symptoms nor changes the natural history of MS. There is just no reason to get worried about this at this time.

I wish you well. Wish your daughter a speedy recovery!

Regards,
Dr. Ivo Ditah, Internal Medicine Specialist
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Is Tamiflu Safe For Multiple Sclerosis Patients?

Brief Answer: Tamiflu has no impact on multiple sclerosis! Detailed Answer: Hi and thanks for this query. Tamiflu has no impact on MS. It neither worsens the symptoms nor changes the natural history of MS. There is just no reason to get worried about this at this time. I wish you well. Wish your daughter a speedy recovery! Regards, Dr. Ivo Ditah, Internal Medicine Specialist