What is FluLaval PF quadrivalent 2022-2023?
Influenza (the flu) is a contagious illness caused by a viral infection that can be spread through air or surfaces. The flu symptoms include fevers, chills and fatigue, aches, a sore throat, coughs, nausea and diarrhea. Flu can cause other complications, such as bronchitis or even serious ones like pneumonia. Influenza is responsible for thousands of deaths and hospitalizations each year. Children, pregnant women and older adults are at greatest risk, as well as people with weak immune system or other health conditions such heart diseases or cancer. FluLaval Quadrivalent 2022-2023 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 virus, but it won't treat an infection that you have already contracted.
FluLaval PF quadrivalent 2022-2023 has been re-developed every year and contains strains of flu virus inactivated or killed that have been recommended by the public health officials that year. FluLaval PF quadrivalent injectable 2022-2023 is made of "killed virus." This medicine is available as a nasal spray, which is "live virus" vaccination. The information in this medication guide is only for the injectable version of this vaccine. FluLaval Quadrivalent 2022-2023, like any vaccine, may not protect everyone from disease.
Similar/related drugs
Tamiflu , oseltamivir , influenza virus vaccine, inactivated , Fluzone , FluMist , Relenza
Side effects of FluLaval PF Quadrivalent 2022-2023
If you experience any of the following signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction: hives, difficulty breathing and swelling of lips, face, tongue or throat. Seek medical assistance immediately. If you experienced an adverse reaction after receiving the initial dose, a booster shot is not advised. Keep a record of all side effects. You will need to inform the vaccine provider of any side effects you experienced after receiving the FluLaval Quadrivalent 2022-2023. FluLaval PF quadrivalent 2022-2023 contains "killed" viruses and won't make you sick with flu virus. You can have flu-like symptoms any time of the year, which may be caused from other strains.
FluLaval PF Quadrivalent 2022-2023 may cause serious side effects. If you experience:
- Lightheadedness can leave one feeling as though they could collapse at any moment.
- You may experience a sudden and severe feeling of weakness in your arms or legs.
- Feelings of tingling or burning, or numbness;
- Hearing or vision problems
- A fever above 101 degrees F
FluLaval PF quadrivalent 2022-2023 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 on side effects, call your doctor. Report side effects of vaccines to the US Department of Health and Human Services by calling 1-800-822-7967.
Warnings
FluLaval PF quadrivalent 2022-2023 contains "killed virus" and won't make you sick with flu.
Before you take this drug
This vaccine may not be available to you if your allergy to eggs or previous severe reactions to flu vaccines.
If you:
- An impaired immune system due to illness or certain medications may pose a threat.
- A history of Guillain Barre syndrome within 6 weeks after receiving the flu vaccine.
If you are suffering from a minor cold, it is possible to receive a vaccination. Wait until you are better if you have a severe illness, such as a fever or infection. Inform your vaccine provider if pregnant or nursing. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends 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 influenza vaccine.
How to take FluLaval PF quadrivalent 2022-2023?
This vaccine is not recommended for children. Your child's vaccine provider can recommend which FluLaval Quadrivalent 2022-2023 is best for your child. This vaccine is administered as an injection into a muscle. A second vaccine may be needed for children aged 6 months to 8 after the first one. FluLaval 2022-2023 Quadrivalent is normally administered in November or October. Follow the recommendations of either your physician or local department of health. FluLaval Quadrivalent 2022-2023, which is developed each year to target specific strains of flu, should be administered 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 your children 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 vaccination provider has given any restrictions in regards to food, beverages or activities you must adhere to them.
Interaction with other drug
You may be unable to receive the vaccine while taking certain medicines, or may have to wait until other treatments have finished before getting one.
- Steroid medicine;
- Treatment of autoimmune diseases or psoriasis.
- Medicines to treat or prevent transplant
This list is incomplete. FluLaval Quadrivalent may be affected by other drugs, such as prescription and over-the counter medicines, vitamin and herb products. This list does not include all possible -drug interactions.
