Influvac Vaccine

Influvac Vaccine is an injection made by Abbott Laboratories (pakistan) Ltd that contains Influenza Vaccine, a seasonal flu vaccine. It is used for prevention of seasonal influenza. Pack size: influvac vaccine.

Uses of Influvac Vaccine

Influvac Vaccine is used to lower the risk of catching seasonal flu and of developing serious complications such as pneumonia. A new vaccine is recommended each year, ideally before the flu season, especially for adults over 65, pregnant women, young children, healthcare workers and people with long-term conditions such as diabetes, asthma, or heart, lung or kidney disease. It does not protect against the common cold or COVID-19.

How Influvac Vaccine works

Injected flu vaccines contain inactivated virus or purified viral proteins from the strains expected to circulate that season, so they cannot give you flu. They prompt the immune system to make antibodies, so if you later meet the virus your body can recognise and fight it faster. Protection develops over about two weeks.

Possible side effects

After Influvac Vaccine, mild reactions are common and usually settle in a day or two. They include:

• Soreness, redness or swelling where the injection was given
• Mild fever
• Muscle aches
• Tiredness
• Headache

Get emergency help straight away if you have difficulty breathing, swelling of the face or throat, or feel faint shortly after vaccination. Rarely, weakness or tingling in the legs in the weeks afterwards should also be checked by a doctor.

Precautions and warnings

• Tell the vaccinator if you have ever had a severe allergic reaction to a previous flu vaccine or to any vaccine ingredient, including egg protein in some brands.
• If you have a high fever on the day, the vaccine is usually postponed; a mild cold is not normally a reason to delay.
• It is recommended during pregnancy, as it helps protect both mother and baby in the first months of life.
• Let the vaccinator know if you have a bleeding disorder, take blood thinners or have a weakened immune system.
• Because flu strains change, a new vaccine is needed each season. It must be stored in a refrigerator and given by a healthcare professional.

Storage

Store as directed on the pack, protected from light. Injections should only be prepared and given by a doctor, nurse or other trained healthcare professional. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.

Buy Influvac Vaccine online in Pakistan

Order Influvac Vaccine from Medimart and get genuine medicines delivered to your door in 2 to 3 working days, with cash on delivery available across Pakistan. You can also compare other brands of Influenza Vaccine by price and pack size. This is a prescription medicine, so please use it only as advised by your doctor.

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Disclaimer: This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. Always follow the dose prescribed for you and read the leaflet inside the pack.