Tamiflu while nursing?

whitney4126

My 5 year old SD got diagnosed with the flu today. I am the primary caretaker of her and my 3 month old daughter, who I am EBF. The pediatrician wanted me and my husband to take tamiflu as a prophylactic. I'm finding sparse and conflicting information about tamiflu and nursing. Anyone have any experience? I'm not sure whether it is worth the potential benefit.

whitney4126

I forgot to add the other consideration. Last time I took tamiflu, it made me vomit profusely. So I'm likely to be pretty sick whether or not I get the flu. And I've read studies that say there is no proof that tamiflu actually reduces the risk of transmission. My number 1 concern is LO staying healthy, but I'm not sure if me taking it would be more effective than being vigilant hand washing and keeping the kids separate.

whitney4126

@casey78‌ Thanks! I agree. I think I'm going to go ahead and start the tamiflu. As a side note, I believe LO has started her 3 month growth spurt today, which just adds to the fun.