Vaxigrip Tetra 2024 Strains 0,5 mL Suspension for injection.
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 21 February 2024
Clinical Summary
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Indication
Prevention of influenza disease in adults and children from 6 months of age.
Dosage (summary)
Adults and children u2265 6 months: 0.5 mL IM. Children < 9 years with no prior vaccination: 2 doses 0.5 mL, 4 weeks apart.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 2-3 weeks, Duration: annual revaccination recommended.
Special Populations
- Pregnant women
- Elderly
- Immunocompromised
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Safe for use during pregnancy; may be used while breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- Concomitant administration with other vaccines may be possible
- Do not mix with other vaccines in the same syringe
Contraindications
- Severe allergic reaction to egg proteins
- Severe allergic reaction to any component of the vaccine
- Moderate or severe febrile illness
Common side effects
- Injection site pain
- Headache
- Myalgia
- Malaise
- Fever
Counselling Points
- Report any severe allergic reactions
- Expect mild side effects
- Annual vaccination recommended due to changing virus strains
Serious warnings
- May not protect all vaccinees
- Caution in individuals with hypersensitivity to neomycin
- Risk of anaphylactic reactions
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