Is there a medicine for swine flu?

Not really ,

tamiflu isn't a cure for h1n1

and h1n1 can be overcome by your body

unless you vaccinated a lot for the regular flu

then that screws up your immune system.

There is not a medication that is specific for H1N1, but they have been using Tamiflu against it. Tamiflu is an antiviral, it doesn't kill the virus like some antibiotics do to bacteria, but it stops the host cell (in this case your cell) from releasing virons that will infect other cells. Essentially, our bodies are really the only thing that can kill viruses, medications like tamiflu and relenza just help our bodies by stopping the virus from spreading to other cells.

The other reasons why people may not be as scared is because there has been less news coverage on it and because most people are able to get the vaccination for it.

I hope that helped!

Here are some tips that help me when I'm fighting a cold, respiratory infection, or flu.....

OVER THE COUNTER MEDS:

take a sinus decongestant containing Phenylephrine 5mg. you don't necessarily need all the extras it's often mixed with.

but if you want some extras, here you go: Guaifenisen (Mucinex is the brand name, but it's way cheaper at dollar stores. always read ingredients!!) liquefies your mucus so it's much easier to expel. But you have to drink TONS of water or it won't work, and you must be near a bathroom because it makes you pee a lot. (yet causes constipation... another reason to stay hydrated!)

Ibuprofen is an excellent anti-inflammatory, but it's strong, so alternate it with Acetaminophen as needed for pain, pressure, and headaches.

ESSENTIALS:

stay home. (even one day can make a difference to your immune system. plus, you'll keep your germs to yourself.)

sleep. (bolsters up your immune system)

drink plenty of water. (8 8oz servings a day=bare minimum!!) (pee out those germs and flush 'em away!!)

take vitamin C, zinc, and echinacea. (also strengthen the immune system)

eat too much garlic. (sorry, but it really is great for your health! and it will give you a good reason to stay home. :) )

wash hands well and often. use moisturizing lotion or hand sanitizer to keep from cracking your hands to bits.

avoid milk and chocolate. dairy foods will thicken your mucus and make your fight that much harder.

the meds and garlic are harsh, so don't take them on an empty stomach. i hope you allow yourself some time to feel better soon! take care.

also i just learned a new tip from John Popper of Blues Traveler: very hot water, cayenne pepper, white vinegar, and honey. SOUNDS GROSS!!! he gargles it and spits up all kinds of nasty crap. might be worth a shot, but don't hurt your vocals! to be safe maybe just drink hot water with lemon and honey. that works too, and it's much more pleasant.

COUGHING FITS:

you will benefit most from the mucinex and water. (generic is fine... but don't take any DEXTROMETHORPHAN (cough suppressant) during the day. take it at night so you can stop coughing and get some rest. during the day, you need to drink a ton of water and break that crap up so it will leave you alone!)

PS: I have never been pregnant. I am not a doctor or nurse. I am just an uninsured person who gets sick and must self-treat. Please consult a physician or at the very least, look up side effects of the above suggested over-the-counter medications before taking them while pregnant or nursing.

Yes. First there's a vaccine you can get before you come down with it, much the same as the seasonal flu. Then there's antiviral medication like an antiviral you can use if you get it to ease the symptoms. Hope this helps. Good luck and God Bless

They are mostly prescribing Tamiflu after you contract any types of the flu virus. You can protect yourself before-hand by getting the vaccine.

noo if it is h1n1 dont put it it doesnt exist its all comspiracy open your eyes the illuminanti is closer almost half of the world injected it and why ???? y h1n1 y not any other for me i will never put it on cause trust me thata free vaccine contains something unpleasent possible side effects in the future your choice