Optaflu in a syringe

Optaflu in a syringe Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.

Influenza virus vaccine inactivated promotes immunity to influenza virus by inducing specific antibody formation.

Trade Name Optaflu in a syringe
Generic Inactivated Influenza Vaccine
Type Suspension
Therapeutic Class Vaccines, Anti-sera & Immunoglobulin
Manufacturer Seqirus UK Limited
Available Country United Kingdom
Last Updated: September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am
Optaflu in a syringe
Optaflu in a syringe

Uses

This vaccine is recommended for adults and children from six months and above, especially those having high risk of associated complications, such as children, senior citizens, those who are susceptible and those who are in influenza epidemic areas.

The vaccine can induce body to generate immunoreaction against influenza virus and can be used for prevention of infection caused by influenza virus.

Dosage

Optaflu in a syringe dosage

Adult and children over 3 years of age: one dose of 0.5 ml.

Children from 6 to 36 months of age: one dose of 0.25 ml. For children who have not previously been vaccinated, a second dose should be given after an interval of at least 4 weeks.

Intramuscular injection (IM) on deltoid. This vaccine should be administered before the beginning of the influenza season or as required by the epidemiological situation. Vaccination should be repeated every year with an age-appropriate dose of vaccine of updated antigen composition

Side Effects

As with all medicinal products this product may cause undesirable effects.

Local reactions: redness, swelling, pain, induration.

Sytemical reactions: fever, dizziness, shivering, fatigue, sweating, myalgia, arthralgia, pruritus, rash, headache. These reactions usually disappear within one or two days without treatment.

Reactions such as shock and eclampsia, vasculitis (inflammation of the blood vessels) with transient renal involvement, neurological disorders are rarely seen. If any unmentioned discomfort appeared, please seek medical help.

Precaution

  • Do not use in case that there is any crack in the container, the vaccine is degenerative, or there is big mass that cannot be disappeared by shaking.
  • Administration must not be via vascular route.
  • This product should be stored at places out of reach by children.
  • Shake well before use. Do not shake vigorously.
  • It should be used cautiously for patient with hypersensitivity history.
  • It should not be mixed with other vaccines in the same container.
  • As with all injectable vaccines, appropriate medical treatment and supervision should always be readily available in case of a rare anaphylactic event following the administration of the vaccine.
  • Application of immunosuppressors may decrease or inhibit immunization reactions. Person who is administrated globulin should be vaccinated the vaccine 1 month later.

Influenza vaccine should not be given to individuals with Guillain-Barre syndrome, bleeding disorder. Natural latex rubber of plunger stopper of the syringe has been associate with allergic reactions. Immunocompromised persons may not obtain the expected immune response. As with any vaccine, immunization with influenza vaccine may not protect 100% of susceptible individuals.

Interaction

Immunosuppressants, antineoplastics or high doses of corticosteroids may reduce response to vaccines. Increased antibody response with aldesleukin and aspirin. May possibly increase anticoagulant effects of warfarin.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding use

Influenza vaccine should be used during pregnancy only when clearly needed and possible advantages outweigh the potential risk of fetus.

There is no known contra-indication to the use of Influenza vaccine during lactation.

Contraindication

Do not use the product if your child and yourself currently have: fever, acute disease and colds, acute paroxysm of any chronic disease, an allergy to any component of this vaccine, especially egg or chicken protein.

Storage Condition

Store at temperature between +2°C to +8°C. Store in the original package to protect from light. Do not freeze. Freezing destroys activity. Do not use vaccine which has been frozen.

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FAQ

What is Optaflu in a syringe used for?

Optaflu in a syringe vaccine is used to prevent influenza. It protects against viruses that cause influenza, often called the flu. Optaflu in a syringe does not protect against other viruses or bacteria that cause colds or stomach flu. It helps develop immunity by forming antibodies, which are proteins that protect against infection caused by viruses present in the vaccine.

How safe is Optaflu in a syringe?

The Optaflu in a syringe vaccine does not contain the live virus and cannot cause flu. Flu vaccines have a very good safety record.

How does Optaflu in a syringe work?

The fluid containing virus is harvested from the eggs. For Optaflu in a syringe the vaccine viruses are then inactivated, and the virus antigen is purified. The manufacturing process continues with quality testing, packaging and distribution.

What are the common side effects of Optaflu in a syringe?

Common side effects from a flu shot include soreness, redness, or swelling where the shot was given, headache , fever, nausea, muscle aches, and fatigue. The flu shot, like other injections, can occasionally cause fainting.

Is Optaflu in a syringe safe during pregnancy?

The Optaflu in a syringe vaccine can be given to all pregnant women during any trimester 5. Because influenza vaccines are recommended annually for all adults, pregnant women should be vaccinated even if they received an influenza vaccine during a previous pregnancy.

Is Optaflu in a syringe safe during breastfeeding?

Yes. Optaflu in a syringe is safe for breastfeeding women and their infants aged 6 months and older. In fact, women who get the flu vaccine while pregnant or breastfeeding develop antibodies against flu that they can share with their infants through their breast milk.

When should be best taken of Optaflu in a syringe?

It's best to be vaccinated before flu begins spreading in your community. September and October are generally good times to be vaccinated against flu. Ideally, everyone should be vaccinated by the end of October.

How long does Optaflu in a syringe take to work?

It takes about two weeks after vaccination for antibodies to develop in the body and provide protection against influenza virus infection.

How often can I take Optaflu in a syringe?

CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older get vaccinated every flu season. Children 6 months through 8 years of age may need 2 doses during a single flu season. Everyone else needs only 1 dose each flu season.

Who should not take Optaflu in a syringe?

You may not be able to receive this vaccine if you are allergic to eggs, or if you have ever had a severe allergic reaction to a flu vaccine.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Call your doctor if you forget to receive your yearly flu shot in October or November, or if your child misses a booster dose.

How is this Optaflu in a syringe given?

Some Optaflu in a syringes of this vaccine are made for use in adults and not in children. Your child's vaccination provider can recommend the best influenza virus vaccine for your child. This vaccine is given as an injection into a muscle.

What happens if I overdose?

An overdose of this vaccine is unlikely to occur.

Is Optaflu in a syringe safe for patients with heart failure?

If you have heart disease, or have had a stroke, it is especially important that you get a flu vaccine every flu season to protect against flu and its potentially serious complications.

Is Optaflu in a syringe safe for kidneys?

Injectable Optaflu in a syringe vaccine are recommended for use in people with CKD and other health conditions. The flu shot has a long, established safety record in people with CKD.

Can Optaflu in a syringe affect liver?

Influenza virus vaccination is considered safe in patients with chronic liver disease.


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