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Influenza Vaccine, Recombinant Hemagglutinin - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Information about Influenza Vaccine, Recombinant Hemagglutinin

Generic Name : Influenza Vaccine, Recombinant Hemagglutinin
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Influenza Vaccine, Recombinant Hemagglutinin are provided here.

Pronunciation : IN-floo-EN-za

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Influenza Vaccine, Recombinant Hemagglutinin, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.
You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.


Trade Names/Brand Names of Influenza Vaccine, Recombinant Hemagglutinin

International :


Flublok

Why is Influenza Vaccine, Recombinant Hemagglutinin Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a vaccine for seasonal influenza caused by virus subtypes A (H1N1 and H3N2) and one of type B. It is approved for use in persons from 18 to 49 years of age.

When should Influenza Vaccine, Recombinant Hemagglutinin not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity, Guillain-Barré syndrome.

What is the dosage of Influenza Vaccine, Recombinant Hemagglutinin?

IM- Single 0.5ml dose contains 135μg HA antigen per vial.

How should Influenza Vaccine, Recombinant Hemagglutinin be taken?

It comes as a sterile solution for injection.

What are the warnings and precautions for Influenza Vaccine, Recombinant Hemagglutinin?

• Do not administer this medication to pregnant, nursing mothers, pediatric (0 to less than 18 years of age) and geriatric (above 50 years of age). Safety and effectiveness have not been established for these people.

• Caution should be exercised in patients who receive immunocompromised and immunosuppressive therapy. This medication may diminish immune response.

What are the side effects of Influenza Vaccine, Recombinant Hemagglutinin?

Common - Injection site-pain, redness, bruising, swelling.
Systemic - Headache, fatigue, muscle pain, fever, nausea, chills, respiratory infections, mucus discharge from the nose and muscle pain.

What are the other precautions for Influenza Vaccine, Recombinant Hemagglutinin?

Avoid excess dosage.
Flublok has a shelf life of only 16 weeks from the date of manufacture, therefore precaution should be taken before purchase. Do not use after expiration date shown on the label.

What are the storage conditions for Influenza Vaccine, Recombinant Hemagglutinin?

Store refrigerated between 2° and 8°C (36° and 46°F) away from light.
Do not freeze. Discard if product has been frozen.
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