Influvac Tetra 2024 Vaccine is an inactivated quadrivalent influenza vaccine designed to protect against influenza viruses.

Brand Name: Influvac

Composition: Inactivated influenza vaccine

Mechanism of Action:

The vaccine functions by inducing the production of antibodies by the immune system against the influenza viruses it contains. The risk of infection and serious disease is decreased since the body can identify and combat the real viruses if exposed during the influenza season after receiving the vaccination.

Uses:

Prevention of Influenza

Dosage and Administration:

For adults and children over nine, the recommended dosage is 0.5 mL; however, children between the ages of six months and eight years may need two doses if this is their first time receiving the influenza vaccine. administered via intramuscular injection, usually into the upper arm's deltoid muscle.

Side Effects:

• Injection site reactions
• Pain
• Redness
• Swelling
• Fatigue
• Headache
• Muscle Pain
• Fever

Safety Advises:

Liver  

Periodic tests for liver function are recommended as the drug can cause toxicity, especially in patients with pre-existing conditions. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Kidney  

Periodic tests for kidney function are recommended as the drug can cause toxicity, especially in patients with pre-existing conditions. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Alcohol  

When using Influvac with alcohol, caution is suggested. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Storage:

Store in a refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C. Discard if the vaccine has been frozen.

References:

1.     Belshe RB, Edwards KM, Vesikari T, Black SV, Walker RE, Hultquist M, Kemble G, Connor EM. Live attenuated versus inactivated influenza vaccine in infants and young children. New England Journal of Medicine. 2007 Feb 15;356(7):685-96.

2.      Chung JR, Flannery B, Thompson MG, Gaglani M, Jackson ML, Monto AS, Nowalk MP, Talbot HK, Treanor JJ, Belongia EA, Murthy K. Seasonal effectiveness of live attenuated and inactivated influenza vaccine. Pediatrics. 2016 Feb 1;137(2).

3.      Couch RB. Seasonal inactivated influenza virus vaccines. Vaccine. 2008 Sep 12;26:D5-9.

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