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Inactivated Influenza Vaccine

Vaccines Prescription

Indications

Viral Infection

Prevents influenza (flu), particularly in people at higher risk of complications from the illness. Vaxigrip Tetra should be used in line with official health authority recommendations.

⚠️ Always consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

The limited data from vaccinations in pregnant women do not indicate that adverse foetal and maternal outcomes were attributable to the vaccine. The use of this vaccine may be considered from the second trimester of pregnancy. For pregnant women with medical conditions that increase their risk of complications from influenza, administration of the vaccine is recommended, irrespective of their stage of pregnancy. Inactivated Influenza Vaccine may be used during lactation.

⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Dosage Reference

⚠️ Reference ranges from official sources only. Consult your doctor for personalized dosing.

Adults: Dosage: For adults and children over 36 months of age, the recommended dose is 0.5 ml. For children aged 6 to 35 months, clinical data remain limited, and either a 0.25 ml or 0.5 ml dose has been used. Children who have not been vaccinated before should receive a second dose at least 4 weeks after the first. If a half dose (0.25 ml) is needed, discard half of the volume in the syringe (up to the mark on the barrel) before giving the injection. The vaccine is given by intramuscular or deep subcutaneous injection. Let it warm to room temperature and shake it well before use. Protection typically develops within 2 to 3 weeks of vaccination. Immunity to the matching or closely related strains usually lasts 6 to 12 months, though this can vary.

Side Effects & Interactions

Side Effects

No side-effect data recorded yet.

Key Interactions

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