Manufacturer: Sanofi India Ltd
Salt Composition : Inactivated influenza vaccine
It is used to protect you and your child above 6 months of age against different flu viruses including two influenza A viruses and two influenza B viruses. Fluquadri injection works by activating your immune system and produces antibodies (immune cells) against the viruses and provides protection against flu caused by the virus. The use of this vaccine should be based on official recommendations.
Fluquadri injection is an inactivated influenza virus vaccine. It works by activating your imunne system (body's natural defence system) to produce immune cells (antibodies) against the flu virus. Once these antibodies are produced they work with the immune system to destroy the virus and stop the disease. These antibodies are stored in the body and when a person is exposed to the influenza virus in the future, the immune system responds quickly, protecting against the disease.
In the US, mainly, 3 types of influenza vaccines are available: Inactivated Influenza Vaccine (IIV), Recombinant Influenza Vaccine (RIV), and Live Attenuated Influenza Vaccine (LAIV).
Feeling sick
Headache
Muscle pain
Swelling, pain and rash at the injection site
Fever
Drowsiness
Crying abnormal ( in children)
Vomiting (in children)
If you or your child is allergic to any component of this vaccine. If you or your child is allergic to egg protein, neomycin, etc. If you or your child has a fever or illness, vaccination should be postponed.
This injection can be given during pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or may be pregnant before taking this vaccine.
You should avoid consuming alcohol right after taking this vaccine, However, if you drink too often it is advisable to drink in moderation.
Yes, breastfeeding women can take this injection after consulting a doctor
Inactivated influenza vaccine is recommended for people who are at high risk of developing influenza (flu). It is mainly given to children as early as 6 months of age, pregnant women, and adults patients having weak immunity due to chronic illness.
Drug-Drug Interactions: INACTIVATED INFLUENZA VACCINE QUADRIVALENT may interact with a pain killer (e.g. aspirin), antiviral medications (e.g. oseltamivir and zanamivir), immune suppressants (e.g. azathioprine, leflunomide, methotrexate, and deflazacort), and medicine used to treat blood-related cancer (e.g. mercaptopurine), and a vaccine used to prevent COVID-19 (e.g. sars-cov-2 mRNA).
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interactions: INACTIVATED INFLUENZA VACCINE QUADRIVALENT should not be used in individuals with severe allergic reactions or infections, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, neurologic disorders, or a weakened immune system resulting from conditions such as HIV and AIDS.
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:
ASPIRIN
OSELTAMIVIR
ZANAMIVIR
AZATHIOPRINE
LEFLUNOMIDE
METHOTREXATE
DEFLAZACORT
MERCAPTOPURINE
sars-cov-2 mRNA
Store in a refrigerator (2°C – 8°C). Do not freeze. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets. Do not throw the leftover of this injection in waste water or household waste.
Missing a dose of this vaccine may make you or your child more likely to get infected with the influenza virus. Hence it is important to take this injection as per the dosing schedule.
Overdosage of this vaccine is unlikely since it is to be given by a trained healthcare professional. If you experience any discomfort or sign of allergy reach out to your doctor or nearby hospital.
Your immune system (body's natural defence) is weak or you are taking any medicine which can lower your immune functions.
You have a bleeding disorder or you bruise easily.
Fainting can occur following vaccination or even before, Tell your doctor if you or your child fainted before while taking the vaccine.
You or your child is supposed to do a blood test within few days after taking this vaccine.
Fluquadri injection will be given by a nurse or doctor as per the dosage required for you or your child.
Please follow any aftercare instructions given by your doctor or nurse.
Q: What is Fluquadri vaccine?
A: Fluquadri vaccine is an influenza vaccine used to protect you or your child from influenza virus infection in individuals above 6 months of age. This vaccine should be taken as per the official recommendations.
Q: Is Fluquadri a live vaccine?
A: No, it is not a live vaccine. It is an inactivated vaccine. An inactivated version of vaccine uses a killed version of gems responsible for causing infection.
Q: Can Fluquadri be taken during pregnancy?
A: Yes, this vaccine can be taken during all stages of pregnancy.
Q: How do you use Fluquadri vaccine?
A: Fluquadri vaccine is administered by a doctor or nurse under medical supervision in a healthcare setup. The doctor decides the appropriate route of administration. However, most influenza shots are given in an arm muscle preferably. It is advisable do not self-inject.
Q: What are the side effects of Fluquadri vaccine?
A: Headache, muscle pain, malaise, injection site pain are a few common side effects of Fluquadri vaccines. These symptoms are usually mild and resolve with time.
