Manufacturer: Abbott
Salt Composition : Inactivated influenza vaccine(0.5ml)
Influvac Tetra 2019/2020 Vaccine 0.5 ML is an immunising agent or vaccine made from an inactivated vaccine (made from a dead virus). It helps to develop immunity by stimulating the immune system to produce antibodies. It is essential to take the vaccine doses per the doctor's advice for adequate protection against the disease.
Influvac Tetra 2019/2020 Vaccine 0.5 ML is given as an injection into a muscle by a doctor or healthcare professional. The common side-effects of Influvac Tetra 2019/2020 Vaccine 0.5 ML are headache, fever, weakness, pain and allergic reaction at the injection site. These side effects are usually mild and temporary. However, if these side effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor immediately.
It is not recommended to take if you are allergic to Influvac Tetra 2019/2020 Vaccine 0.5 ML or any other ingredients present in it. Influvac Tetra 2019/2020 Vaccine 0.5 ML should not be used in people with a severe allergic reaction to eggs or egg proteins (This is because some flu vaccines are made using eggs), have blood disorders or cancer of the immune system, have weak immune system due to diseases such as HIV or medicines such as immune suppressants, and have been taking aspirin or aspirin-containing drugs. It's safe to have the flu vaccine at any stage of pregnancy.
Influvac Tetra 2019/2020 Vaccine 0.5 ML is an immunizing agent or vaccine to prevent influenza in children and adults. It protects against virus strains present in the vaccine and other strains closely related to them. It stimulates the immune system to produce antibodies against the influenza virus.
Headache
Muscular pain (myalgia)
Feeling unwell (malaise)
Pain at the injection site
Fever
Shivering
Dizziness
Diarrhoea
Reactions at the injection site: redness (erythema), swelling, hardness (induration)
Influvac Tetra 2019/2020 Vaccine 0.5 ML is not recommended for use in people with a severe allergic reaction to eggs or egg proteins (This is because some flu vaccines are made using eggs) and a weak immune system. Influvac Tetra 2019/2020 Vaccine 0.5 ML should be used with caution in children under 24 months of age who have severe asthma or wheezing or are in close contact with severely weakened immune system patients. You should not give aspirin or aspirin-containing medicines to children or adolescents for four weeks following Influvac Tetra 2019/2020 Vaccine 0.5 ML. It may cause Reye syndrome (a severe condition that causes liver and brain damage). Should not use Influvac Tetra 2019/2020 Vaccine 0.5 ML in people taking medicines that suppress the immune system as it will be less effective. If you're ill with a high temperature, it's best to wait until you're better before having the flu vaccine.
It's safe to have the flu vaccine at any stage of pregnancy. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing Influvac Tetra 2019/2020 Vaccine 0.5 ML.
Influvac Tetra 2019/2020 Vaccine 0.5 ML may not interact with alcohol. However, as a precautionary measure, it is advisable not to take or limit alcohol.
Information regarding the use of Influvac Tetra 2019/2020 Vaccine 0.5 ML during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your 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 cool and dry place away from sunlight
Influvac Tetra 2019/2020 Vaccine 0.5 ML will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional. Kindly do not self-administer.
How does Influvac Tetra 2019/2020 Vaccine 0.5 ML work?
Influvac Tetra 2019/2020 Vaccine 0.5 ML is an immunising agent or vaccine made from an inactivated vaccine (made from a dead virus). It helps to develop immunity by stimulating the immune system to produce antibodies. It is essential to take the vaccine doses as per the doctor’s advice for adequate protection against the disease.
Can I take Influvac Tetra 2019/2020 Vaccine 0.5 ML with aspirin?
Taking aspirin, aspirin-containing drugs, or any other salicylates at least six weeks after taking Influvac Tetra 2019/2020 Vaccine 0.5 ML is not recommended. It may cause Reye's syndrome, a severe condition resulting in liver and brain damage.
Are there any possible side-effects of Influvac Tetra 2019/2020 Vaccine 0.5 ML?
The common side-effects of Influvac Tetra 2019/2020 Vaccine 0.5 ML are headache, slightly raised temperature, muscle aches, and weakness. These side effects are usually mild and temporary. However, if these side effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor immediately.
In which conditions should I avoid taking Influvac Tetra 2019/2020 Vaccine 0.5 ML?
Influvac Tetra 2019/2020 Vaccine 0.5 ML is not recommended for use in individuals with a weak immune system, such as cancer or HIV, as vaccines will be less effective in these people.
Is the flu nasal spray vaccine as effective as the flu shot?
Both flu nasal spray and flu shot are effective vaccines. However, your doctor determines which vaccine is recommended for you based on age, health condition, and past medical history.
