FluQuadri SH 2023 Vaccine
Manufacturer
Sanofi India Ltd
Salt Composition
Inactivated influenza vaccine
Key Information
Short Description
FluQuadri SH 2023 Vaccine helps protect you from influenza (flu) by exposing you to a small dose of the flu virus, which helps your body develop immunity against the disease.
Dosage Form
Suspension for Injection
Introduction
FluQuadri SH 2023 Vaccine is given as an injection into a muscle by a doctor or nurse. It is usually given just before the cold season when the flu virus begins to increase. Normally, only one injection is required to protect you for a year. You should have the vaccination each year because different new strains of the flu virus emerge frequently and different vaccines are developed. It is especially important to have this vaccine if you are elderly or have chronic health problems such as diabetes, heart failure, kidney failure, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It is also recommended for young children over 6 months of age.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Headache Muscle pain Weakness Tiredness Bruising Joint pain Sweating Shivering Pain or swelling at the vaccination site
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with FluQuadri SH 2023 Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
FluQuadri SH 2023 Vaccine is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
FluQuadri SH 2023 Vaccine is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
Interacting Medicines
Mycophenolate mofetil Azathioprine Cyclophosphamide Mercaptopurine
How it works
FluQuadri SH 2023 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.
Quick Tips
Your doctor will inject FluQuadri SH 2023 Vaccine as an injection in the muscle of the upper arm or thigh muscle. Vaccination should be repeated in accordance with guidelines to protect you from the flu. It can take up to 2 weeks for the vaccine to work. Therefore, you could still develop the illness if you are exposed to flu immediately before or after your vaccination. The vaccine will not protect you against common cold, even though some of the symptoms are similar to flu.
Frequently asked questions
When should I get vaccinated against influenza (flu)?
Vaccination for influenza (flu) is recommended at the start of the cold season, generally from late fall to early winter. It's important to note that a single injection provides protection for an entire year.
Who should get vaccinated against influenza?
FluQuadri SH 2023 Vaccine is recommended for individuals at higher risk of developing influenza (flu). This includes children aged six months and older, pregnant women, and adults with weakened immune systems due to chronic illnesses.
Is FluQuadri SH 2023 Vaccine effective against swine flu?
Yes, FluQuadri SH 2023 Vaccine helps prevent symptoms of swine flu. This vaccine contains a minimal amount of the flu virus that is introduced to your body. This process triggers the production of antibodies, which can help you develop immunity against future viral infections.
How should FluQuadri SH 2023 Vaccine be stored?
FluQuadri SH 2023 Vaccine must be stored in a refrigerator at 2-8°C (35-46°F) until it is used. Maintain this temperature throughout transportation.
How is FluQuadri SH 2023 Vaccine supplied?
FluQuadri SH 2023 Vaccine is provided as a suspension in a pre-filled syringe with a plunger stopper and tip cap, and optionally includes needles. It's available in various pack sizes.
