Influenza Vaccine Description:
Influenza Vaccine is an inactivated vaccine (made from a dead virus). It helps develop immunity by forming antibodies, which are proteins that protect against infection caused by viruses present in the vaccine. It helps to protect you from influenza (flu). It works by exposing you to a small dose of the flu virus which helps your body to develop immunity against the disease. Vaccination will not treat an existing flu virus infection.
Uses Of Influenza Vaccine:
Prevention of Influenza (flu)
Dosage Of Influenza Vaccine:
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Storage:
Store in a refrigerator (2 – 8°C). Do not freeze.
Side Effects Of Influenza Vaccine:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Common side effects include Injection site reactions, Headache, Weakness, Injection site allergic reaction, Joint pain, Shivering
FAQs:
When should I get vaccinated against influenza or flu?
You can get vaccinated at any time during the cold season. However, it is better to get vaccinated at the beginning of the cold season. It is important to know that only one injection is required to protect you for a year.
Who should get vaccinated against influenza?
It is recommended for people who are at high risk of developing 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.
Is Influenza Vaccine helpful in preventing swine flu?
Yes it is used to prevent symptoms of swine flu. It contains a very small amount of the flu virus which is introduced in our body to promote the production of antibodies. This helps to develop immunity against the virus infection in the future.
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