Influvac 2014/2015 Pre Filled Syringe Of 0.5ml Suspension For Injection

Influvac Suspension For Injection is a vaccine that contains inactivated influenza virus as the active component. This vaccine is used to prevent influenza in you or your child, especially in people who are at a high risk of complications. Influenza is a disease caused by various viral strains.

It spreads quickly and is most likely to develop in you or your child during the winter months. Thus, you must get vaccinated every year which will reduce the risk of influenza to you or your child. Your doctor will recommend the best time for you or your child to be vaccinated.

Influvac Suspension For Injection can be used in adults and children from the age of 6 months. This vaccine will protect you or your child against the four types of viruses that can cause influenza from about 2 to 3 weeks after the injection. If you develop signs and symptoms of influenza, it is recommended that you visit your doctor.

Dosage

Overdose

Influvac Suspension For Injection will be given to you by a doctor or nurse, and hence, the chances of an overdose are unlikely.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed a dose of Influvac Suspension For Injection, please consult your doctor. Your doctor will recommend the best time for you or your child to be vaccinated.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

There are four types of viruses that can cause influenza. Influvac Suspension For Injection causes the body to produce its antibodies against these four types of viruses and to keep on producing them. Antibodies are proteins that protect the individual against infection caused by viruses. This means that when your body is exposed to the influenza virus, it will be able to defend itself. This is known as active immunization and hence, Influvac Tetra 2020/20201 is said to provide active immunity to the vaccinated individual. However, the production of antibodies in the individual's body takes about 2 to 3 weeks after vaccination. Therefore, if you are exposed to the influenza virus immediately before or after your vaccination, you could still develop influenza.

Directions for Use

• This medicine will be given in the hospital by your doctor or nurse.
• Do not self-inject this medicine. Follow any after care instructions given by the doctor or nurse.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Influvac Suspension For Injection during pregnancy?

Influvac Suspension For Injection can be used in pregnancy. However, to prevent any potential risk, if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this vaccine.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Influvac Suspension For Injection while breastfeeding?

Influvac Suspension For Injection can be used during breastfeeding. However, to avoid any risk, it is suggested that if you are breastfeeding, you should ask your doctor for advice before taking this vaccine.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Influvac Suspension For Injection?

Influvac Suspension For Injection has no influence on the ability to drive. However, if you experience any side effects like weakness, nausea or dizziness after taking this vaccine which may affect your ability to drive safely, it is advised to avoid driving or be cautious.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Influvac Suspension For Injection?

There is limited information available regarding the interaction of alcohol with Influvac Suspension For Injection. Ask your doctor for advice on alcohol intake along with Influvac Suspension For Injection.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You or your child have a poor immune response (immunodeficiency or are taking medicines that can affect the immune system).
• You or your child have a bleeding problem or bruise easily.
• You have previously experienced symptoms like feeling faint, fainting or other stress-related reactions before or after any needle injection.
• You or your child have any blood test scheduled within a few days after the vaccination.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to the active substances or any other ingredient of Influvac Suspension For Injection like traces of eggs (ovalbumin, chicken proteins), formaldehyde, cetyltrimethylammonium bromide, polysorbate 80, or gentamicin.
• If you have any kind of acute infection or seizures/fits/convulsions caused due to fever, especially in children.

Side effects

• Headache
• Fatigue
• Drowsiness
• Sweating
• Nausea
• Muscle pain
• Loss of appetite

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Influvac Suspension For Injection works or Influvac Suspension For Injection itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• If Influvac Suspension For Injection is given at the same time as other vaccines, vaccination should be done on different limbs.
• The ability of the body to produce antibodies (proteins that protect the individual against infection caused by viruses) may be decreased if you or your child are using medicines that suppress the immune system.

Storage and disposal

• Store in a refrigerator (2°C - 8°C). Do not freeze.
• Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Why do I or my child need to be re-vaccinated for influenza every year?

Influenza is a disease that is caused by a variety of virus strains. This disease spreads very quickly and is most likely to develop in you or your child during the winter months. The antibody coverage effect of this vaccine last for a year, so to stay protected against influenza, you or your child need to be re-vaccinated every year.

Can I take Influvac Suspension For Injection if I am taking other medicines?

Some medicines may interact with Influvac Suspension For Injection and may affect how it works. Thus, you should always inform your doctor about any other medicines, including non-prescription medicines, health supplements or herbal products that you are taking. Your doctor will recommend whether you can take Influvac Suspension For Injection along with the other medicines that you are taking.

How will Influvac Suspension For Injection be given to me?

Influvac Suspension For Injection will be given to you or your child in the hospital by your doctor or nurse. Do not self-inject this medicine. Follow any aftercare instructions given by the doctor or nurse.