Yellow Fever Vaccine Medication Information
Learn everything you need to know about Yellow Fever Vaccine-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.
Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.
Explore Yellow Fever Vaccine brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.
Generic Name : Yellow Fever Vaccine Pronunciation : YEL-oh FEEV-er ICD Code : Y59.9 Therapeutic Classification : Immunizing AgentsBrand Names or Trade Names of Yellow Fever Vaccine
India :
International :
YF-Vax.
Why is Yellow Fever Vaccine Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a immunization vaccine against yellow fever that stimulates the body to create antibodies. It works by exposing to a small dose of the virus that causes the body to develop immunity to the disease.When should Yellow Fever Vaccine not be taken? (Contraindications)
Infants younger than 9 months of age; febrile disease, patients with reduced immunity; history of allergy.What is the dosage of Yellow Fever Vaccine?
Subcutaneous - Primary Vaccination: The recommended dose is 0.5 ml.Booster Doses: Re-immunization with 17D vaccine is recommended every 10 years.
How should Yellow Fever Vaccine be taken?
It comes as an injection, administered by a doctor just under the skin.What are the warnings and precautions for Yellow Fever Vaccine?
•It is not recommended for infants less than 9 months. Consult with your doctor if you have fever, illness, or infection.Do not administer into the vein or artery.
Patient may develop with severe allergic reactions.
What are the side effects of Yellow Fever Vaccine?
Local- Pain, swelling, and hardness.Hypersensitivity- Rash, hives, itching, difficulty in breathing.
Miscellaneous- Fever, headache, muscle pain, fatigue, spontaneous abortion in pregnant women. Rare cases of brain disease have been observed with the use of the vaccine.
