What is Fluzone PF Pediatric Quadrivalent 2021-2022?
Influenza (the flu) is an infectious viral illness spread by air or surface surfaces. The flu symptoms include fevers, chills, fatigue, aches and pains, a sore throat, vomiting, and diarrhea. Flu can cause other complications, such as ear infections or bronchitis. 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 PF pediatric quadrivalent 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, but it won't treat an infection that you already have.
Fluzone PF pediatric quadrivalent 2021-2022, redeveloped every year, contains strains of flu virus inactivated or killed that are recommended for the year by public health officials. Fluzone PF pediatric quadrivalent 2021-2022 is an injectable flu shot 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 PF pediatric quadrivalent 2021-2022, like any vaccine, may not protect everyone from disease.
Similar/related drugs
Tamiflu, oseltamivir, influenza virus vaccine, inactivated, Fluzone, FluMist, and Relenza
Side Effects of Fluzone PF Pediatric Quadrivalent 2021-2022
If you experience any of the following signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction: hives, difficulty breathing, lips, face, tongue or throat swelling and/or hives: seek medical help immediately! If you experienced an extreme allergic reaction after taking your initial dose, do not receive another booster shot. Keep track of all side effects. You will need to inform the vaccine provider if you experience any side effects after receiving the Fluzone PF Pediatric Quadrivalent 2021-2022. Fluzone PF pediatric quadrivalent 2021-2022 contains "killed" viruses and won't make you sick with flu viruses. You can have a flu-like illness at any time of the flu season. This could be due to other strains.
Fluzone PF pediatric quadrivalent 2021-2022 can cause serious side effects. If you experience:
- Feeling lightheadedness as though they might pass out.
- You may experience a sudden and severe feeling of weakness in your arms or legs.
- Feelings of numbness or pain;
- Hearing or vision problems
- A fever above 101 degrees F
Fluzone PF pediatric quadrivalent 2021-2022 side effects may include:
- 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. For medical advice regarding side effects, contact your physician. To report adverse reactions of vaccines to the US Department of Health and Human Services by calling 1-800-822-7967.
Warnings
Fluzone PF 2021-2022 Pediatric Quadrivalent is made of "killed virus" and won't make you sick with flu.
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 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, 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 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 PF Pediatric Quadrivalent 2021-2022?
This vaccine is not recommended for children. Your child's vaccine provider can recommend Fluzone PF pediatric quadrivalent 2021–2022, which 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 months after the first one. Fluzone PF pediatric quadrivalent 2021-2022 is usually administered in November or October. You can follow your doctor's advice or the schedule suggested by your local health department. Fluzone PF 2021-2022 Pediatric quadrivalent 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 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 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 PF pediatric quadrivalent 2021-2022 may be affected by other drugs, including vitamins and herbs. This list does not include all possible drug-drug interactions.
