Has anyone taken Tamiflu? Is it safe for people with mast cell problems who regularly react to antibiotics? My husband has the flu, and I might have it. I'll head to a clinic this mornjng to get tested for flu to know for sure. (It's Saturday, so the doctor's office is closed.). I'm worried that I have it due to my symptoms and I'm even more worried about taking Tamiflu. Tamiflu has worked great for my husband. Oh and no I haven't yet had a flu shot....

Hi Deborah--I hope you don't have the flu. Did your husband test positive for influenza? Tamiflu is not an antibiotic, it's an antiviral, so if you've ever taken acyclovir, it would be similar to that. If you get bad symptoms when you're sick, it might help, but you have to take it within 2 days of the start of your symptoms or it's pointless. If I ever get sick now, my symptoms are mild, so I personally would not take Tamiflu. If you end up taking it, maybe just start with a tiny amount...  Good luck--Sarah