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Influvac Tetra 2020 Vaccine Substitute

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Composition:

INACTIVATED INFLUENZA VACCINE-0.5ML

Uses:

Influvac Tetra 2020 Vaccine is used for the treatment of Influenza (prophylaxis). The detailed uses of Influvac Tetra 2020 Vaccine are as follows: <br/>• Influenza Prevention: Influvac Tetra 2020 Vaccine helps to prevent influenza by providing protection against the flu virus, reducing the risk of infection.<br/>• Community Immunization: Influvac Tetra 2020 Vaccine is used in community vaccination programs to create herd immunity, protecting large groups like school children and the elderly from influenza.<br/>• Travel Vaccination: Influvac Tetra 2020 Vaccine protects travelers from flu in high-prevalence areas.<br/>• Seasonal Flu Outbreaks: Influvac Tetra 2020 Vaccine helps in preventing the spread of the flu virus during seasonal outbreaks, reducing the healthcare burden.<br/>

Medicinal Benefits:

Influvac Tetra 2020 Vaccine 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.

FAQs

Influvac Tetra 2020 Vaccine belongs to the group of medications called 'immunising agents' used to prevent influenza or flu.

Influvac Tetra 2020 Vaccine 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.

Taking aspirin, aspirin-containing drugs, or any other salicylates at least six weeks after taking Influvac Tetra 2020 Vaccine is not recommended. It may cause Reye's syndrome, a severe condition resulting in liver and brain damage.

The common side-effects of Influvac Tetra 2020 Vaccine 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.

Influvac Tetra 2020 Vaccine 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.

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.

You can get vaccinated at any time during the cold season. However, it is preferable to get vaccinated at the beginning of the cold season. It is significant to know that only single injection can provide year-long protection.

Influvac Tetra 2020 Vaccine is advised for those who are at high risk of developing influenza (flu). It is mostly given to children of 6 months of age, pregnant women, and adults with weak immunity due to chronic illness.

Yes, Influvac Tetra 2020 Vaccine is used to prevent swine flu symptoms. Influvac Tetra 2020 Vaccine contains a very small amount of the flu virus which is introduced in our body to stimulate the production of antibodies (chemicals that attack that specific virus). This promotes the development of immunity against the virus infection in the future.

Store Influvac Tetra 2020 Vaccine in a refrigerator at 2 - 8ºC until it is used. It is necessary to maintain the temperature (2 to 8ºC) even when transporting Influvac Tetra 2020 Vaccine .

Influvac Tetra 2020 Vaccine is supplied as a suspension in a prefilled syringe with a plunger stopper and a tip cap with or without needles in various pack sizes.