For details on who should get a flu shot, information on the regular seasonal flu and H1N1 flu, symptoms, tips on preventing the flu and frequently asked questions and answers, visit www.flu or www.riteaid. Rite Aid pharmacists also can counsel patients and answer questions about both the regular seasonal flu and H1N1 flu.

Rite Aid stores are stocked with supplies such as alcohol-based hand sanitizers/hand rubs, thermometers, masks and other flu-related items. Stores also are stocked with the prescription medications Tamiflu and Relenza for those patients whose doctor has recommended they take one of these medications or should have a prescription ready if they do require the medications.

To ensure the needs of pediatric patients are met during the current shortage of Tamiflu Oral Suspension (liquid), Rite Aid pharmacists are trained and prepared to compound children ™s doses of Tamiflu. The compounding involves using the ingredients from Tamiflu capsules and Ora-Sweet Sugar Free Syrup which is a Food and Drug Administration-approved method of preparation until more children ™s doses can be manufactured.

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