What Are The Chances Of Pneumonia When On Tamaflue And Robatussin?

Posted on Sat, 10 Jan 2015

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Question : when should i worry about pneumonia. I am taking Tamaflue, Robatussin with codene and using tylanol for fever and general aches and pains. I have coughing spells I am a smoker, diabetic with have cvd. I have had pneumonia shot which is currant

Answered by Dr. Tushar Kanti Biswas (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Pneumonia in elderly..

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thank you for your query. I can understand your concerns.

You are taking Tamiflu (oseltamivir phosphate),an antiviral drug,Robitussin ,a narcotic cold medicine and Tylenol (Acetaminophen).

This will cover only influenza visa vis viral pneumonitis.

You should be worried if you are slow to respond to therapy & should be evaluated by a doctor at about day 3 (sooner if the condition is worsening rather than simply not improving).

Regards

Dr. T.K. Biswas M.D. XXXXXXX

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