The bird flu, also known as avian influenza, is a debilitating condition characterized by typical flu symptoms like fever and cough. This particular flu is a condition normally found in birds but it has crossed species to affect humans.Treatment for the bird flu consists of antiviral medications and various home remedies.
Step 1
Go to your doctor as soon as you display flu symptoms like fever, runny nose or cough. He will assess whether you have bird flu.
Step 2
Tell your doctor whether you are pregnant, breastfeeding or suffer from any medical problems.
Step 3
Obtain a Tamiflu prescription if you have the bird flu. Take Tamiflu within 48 hours of the onset of your symptoms, as it is time sensitive.
Step 4
Take one pill or liquid dose as prescribed by your doctor two times a day (one in the morning and one in the night) for five days.
Step 5
If you miss a dose, take the missed dose if it is within two hours of your next dose.
Step 6
Monitor whether you have any side affects like a severe skin rash and call your doctor if you do. Expect common side effects like nausea and vomiting.
Step 7
Make chicken soup and drink plenty of fluids like hot tea while you are taking antiviral medication. This will nourish and hydrate you to fight against infection.
Step 8
Take a day off from work or school to get plenty of rest. This will also decrease the spread of the bird flu.
Step 9
Take a steam shower. This will naturally cleanse your nasal passages and help your body fight against the flu.
Things You'll Need
- Antiviral medication
