VaxiFlu 4 Vaccine
Manufacturer
Zydus Cadila
Salt Composition
Inactivated influenza vaccine
Key Information
Short Description
VaxiFlu 4 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
Injection
Introduction
VaxiFlu 4 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 VaxiFlu 4 Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
VaxiFlu 4 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
VaxiFlu 4 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
VaxiFlu 4 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 VaxiFlu 4 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)?
You can receive the vaccination at any time during the flu season. However, getting it as early as possible in the flu season is best practice. It is important to note that only one injection is needed for protection throughout the entire year.
Who should receive the influenza (flu) vaccine?
VaxiFlu 4 Vaccine is recommended for individuals at high risk of developing influenza (flu). It's mainly given to children as early as 6 months, pregnant women, and those with immune systems compromised by chronic illness.
Does VaxiFlu 4 vaccine help prevent swine flu?
Yes, VaxiFlu 4 Vaccine is used to prevent symptoms of swine flu. It contains a very small amount of the influenza virus that is introduced into the body to promote antibody production (chemicals that attack specific viruses). This helps develop immunity against future infection.
How should I store VaxiFlu 4 vaccine?
VaxiFlu 4 Vaccine should be stored in a refrigerator at 2-8°C (35-46°F) until use. It's critical to maintain this temperature even when transporting the vaccine.
How is VaxiFlu 4 vaccine supplied?
VaxiFlu 4 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.
