What is Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent PF 2021-2022?
Influenza (the flu) is an infectious virus-caused illness which spreads via air or surface contact. The flu symptoms include fevers, chills, and fatigue, as well as aches and a sore throat. vomiting and diarrhea. Flu can cause sinus infections and ear infections. It may also lead to bronchitis or more serious complications, like pneumonia. Influenza is responsible for thousands of deaths and hospitalizations each year. Children, pregnant women, and older adults are at greatest risk, as are people with weak immune systems or other health conditions such as heart disease or cancer. Fluzone Quadrivalent PF-2021-2022 can be used by adults and children aged at least six months to prevent influenza virus infection. This vaccine will help your body build immunity against the disease. It won't treat an infection that you have already contracted.
Fluzone High Dose Quadrivalent (PF 2021-2022) is re-developed every year and contains specific strains of inactivated flu virus that are recommended by the public health officials of that particular year. Fluzone High Dose Quadrivalent (flu shot) PF 2021-2022 is made of "killed virus." This medicine is available as a nasal spray, which is a "live virus" vaccination. The information in this medication guide is only for the injectable version of this vaccine. Fluzone High Dose Quadrivalent (PF 2021-2022) may not protect everyone from illness.
Similar/related drugs
Tamiflu, oseltamivir, influenza virus vaccine, inactivated, Fluzone, FluMist, and Relenza
Side Effects of Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent PF 2021-2022
If you experience any of the following signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction: hives, difficulty breathing or swelling of the face, lips or throat. Seek medical assistance immediately. If you had an adverse reaction to the first dose, do not get a booster shot. Keep track of all side effects. You will need to inform the vaccine provider if you are receiving a Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent PF 2020-2022 in the future and if you experienced any side effects from the previous shot. Fluzone High Dose Quadrivalent is made of "killed virus" and won't make you sick with flu virus. Flu-like symptoms can occur at any time of the flu season. These could be caused by another strain of influenza virus.
Fluzone Quadrivalent High-Dose PF 2021-2022 can cause serious side effects. If you experience:
- Feeling dizzy, as though you could faint.
- You may experience a sudden and severe feeling of weakness in your arms or legs.
- Feelings of tingling, burning, or numbness;
- Hearing or vision problems
- A fever above 101 degrees F
Fluzone High-Dose Quaquarivalent PF-2021-2022 can cause the following side effects:
- Pain, redness, or tenderness; swelling, bruising, or a lump at the site of the injection
- Diarrhoea, loss of appetite
- Muscle pain;
- Headache, tiredness;
- In a child, fussiness, crying, or drowsiness are common.
There may be other side effects. For medical advice about any potential adverse side effects from vaccines, call your physician. Report any such reactions directly to the US Department of Health and Human Services by dialing 1-800-822-7967.
Warnings
Fluzone High Dose Quadrivalent is made of "killed virus" and won't make you sick with the flu virus.
Before you take this drug
This vaccine may not be available to you if you have an allergy to eggs or previous severe reactions to flu vaccines.
If you:
- A weak immune system, caused by a disease or certain medicines.
- A history of Guillain-Barre syndrome within 6 weeks after receiving the flu vaccine
If you are suffering from a minor cold, vaccination could provide protection.
Wait until you are better if you have a severe illness, such as a fever or infection. Inform your vaccine provider if you are pregnant or nursing. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend that women who are pregnant get a flu vaccine during any trimester to protect their babies and themselves from the flu. It is not recommended that pregnant women use the nasal spray version of the influenza vaccine.
How to take Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent PF 2021-2022?
This vaccine is not recommended for children. Your child's vaccine provider can recommend which Fluzone Quadrivalent High-Dose PF 2021-2022 is best for your child. This vaccine is administered as a shot (injection) into the muscle. A second vaccine may be needed for children aged 6 months to 8 months after the first one. Fluzone Quadrivalent High-Dose PF 2021-2022 Fluzone is normally administered in November or October. You can follow the instructions of your doctor or those recommended by your local department of health. Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent PF 2020-2022 is developed each year to target specific strains. You should therefore receive a flu shot every year.
What happens if I miss the dose?
If you have forgotten to get your annual flu shot in November or October, or if you or your child have missed a booster dose, call your doctor.
What happens if I overdose?
It is very unlikely that this vaccine will cause an overdose.
What should be avoided?
If your vaccine provider has given you any instructions regarding restrictions in food, beverage, or activity, follow them.
Interaction with other drug
You may be unable to get the vaccine if you are taking any of these drugs, or you may have to wait until your other treatments are complete.
- Steroid medicine;
- Treatment of psoriasis or arthritis.
- Medicines to treat or prevent transplant rejection
This list is incomplete. Fluzone High Dose Quadrivalents PF 2021-2022 may be affected by other drugs, including prescription, over-the-counter, vitamins, and herbal products. This list does not include all possible drug-drug interactions.
