Vaxiflu S Vaccine
Vaxiflu S -100 UNSURE Description
Vaxiflu S is an influenza vaccine. It is administered for prophylaxis (prevention) against flu (influenza). This vaccine contains inactivated strains of the virus as the main component.
Flu is a disease that can spread fast. It is caused by different types of viral strains. The greatest risk of catching the flu is during the cold months. Your doctor will be able to recommend the best time to be vaccinated.
Vaccines provide prevention against infectious diseases. It activates the immune system to fight the infection by producing antibodies. This vaccine contains an inactivated form of viral strains and cannot cause the infection against which it protects you.
Inform your doctor about all medications that you take and your complete medical history. If you have immunodeficiency or take medicines affecting the immune system. If you easily bleed or bruise.
Product Summary
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Contains | Influenza Vaccine |
Uses | Prophylaxis against influenza |
Side effects | Pain at injection site, headache, muscular pain, fever |
Therapy | VACCINE |
Uses of Vaxiflu S -100 UNSURE
Side effects of Vaxiflu S -100 UNSURE
- Headache
- Pain at the injection site
- Fever
- Muscular pain
Contraindications of Vaxiflu S -100 UNSURE
- If you are allergic to the active substances or any of the other ingredients of this vaccine.
- If you have an illness with a high or moderate temperature or an acute illness.
- If you have immunodeficiency (poor immune response) or taking medicines affecting the immune system.
- If you have bleeding problems or bruising easily.
Precautions and Warnings of Vaxiflu S -100 UNSURE
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Other General Warnings
- If you are taking medicines that affect the immune system or you have poor immune response i.e. immunodeficiency.
- If you have bleeding problems or bruising easily.
- Inform your doctor if for any reason you have a blood test within a few days following flu vaccination. As there are chances of false positive blood test results if recently been vaccinated.
- If you have a high temperature your doctor may postpone the vaccination until you have recovered.
- This vaccine may not protect you against the common cold, even though some of the symptoms are similar to the flu.
Alcohol
Directions for Use of Vaxiflu S -100 UNSURE
- Vaxiflu S vaccine will be given by a doctor or nurse in a hospital/clinic.
- Do not self-inject, follow any aftercare instructions given by the doctor/nurse.
Storage and disposal of Vaxiflu S -100 UNSURE
- Store the Vaxiflu S vaccine in a refrigerator (2°C – 8°C). Do not freeze.
- Protect from light.
- Keep this vaccine out of the sight and reach of children.
- Do not throw away vaccines via wastewater or household waste.
Quick Tips of Vaxiflu S -100 UNSURE
- Vaxiflu S vaccine is used for active immunization (producing antibodies) against influenza. It contains inactivated viral strains. Some symptoms of influenza are fever, chills, runny nose, cough, and headache....
- Headache, pain at the injection site, fever, general weakness, or muscular pain can occur as side effects in some individuals. If side effects bother you, please inform your doctor.
- This injection will be given to you in a hospital or clinic setting by a doctor or nurse. Do not self-inject.
- You should inform your doctor if you have a fever, any acute illness, a poor immune system, or if you fainted with a previous needle injection. Also, about all your medicines, and any other existing health problems....
- Consult your doctor before taking the vaccine if you take immunosuppressant medicines or bleed easily.
- This vaccine is generally found safe to use in pregnant and breastfeeding women. Use it if prescribed by your doctor.
Dosage of Vaxiflu S -100 UNSURE
Overdose
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Mode of Action of Vaxiflu S -100 UNSURE
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Interactions of Vaxiflu S -100 UNSURE
Interactions with other medicines
- Tell your doctor if you are receiving, or have recently received any other vaccines or medicines.
- The action of the Vaxiflu S vaccine may decrease in case if you are on immunosuppressant treatment such as corticosteroids, cytotoxic drugs, or radiotherapy.
Content Details
Sadia Khan
B.Pharm
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Q: Can Vaxiflu S vaccine cause flu?
Q: Does Vaxiflu S vaccine protect from common cold?
References
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 2023Mar22].
- Quadrivalent influenza vaccine (split virion, inactivated), suspension for injection in pre-filled syringe - summary of product characteristics (smpc) - (EMC). [cited 2023Mar22].
- Drugs and lactation database (LactMed®) - NCBI bookshelf [Internet]. [cited 2023Mar22].
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