What is Ipol?
Polio vaccines are used to prevent the disease in both children and adults. This vaccine is a simple way to protect yourself against a disease. It works by exposing your body to a small amount of the virus. This vaccine does not treat an infection that has already been developed.
Adults and children older than 6 weeks can receive the polio vaccine. The polio vaccination may not protect everyone from the disease.
Side effects of Ipol
If you experienced a severe allergic reaction to the first dose, then you should not get a booster shot. Track any side effects that you experience after receiving the vaccine. You will need to inform your doctor of any side effects you experienced from previous vaccinations when you get a booster shot.
Infecting yourself with poliovirus poses a greater risk to your health than getting the vaccine. This vaccine, like any other medicine, can have side effects. However, the risks of serious side effects are extremely low. If you experience any of the following symptoms of an allergic reaction, seek emergency medical attention: hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of your lips, face, tongue, or throat.
Ipol can cause serious side effects. If you experience:
- Extreme drowsiness or fainting.
- A seizure;
- A high fever is a sign of a high-risk infection.
Ipol can cause the following side effects:
- Redness, pain, or swelling where the injection was made;
There may be other side effects. For advice regarding side effects, call your physician. Report the side effects of vaccines to the US Department of Health and Human Services by calling 1-800-822-7967.
Warnings
If you experienced a severe allergic reaction to the first dose, then you should not get a booster shot.
Before you take this drug
This vaccine is not recommended if you:
- You have a moderate or severe illness and a fever.
- You have had an allergic reaction that was life-threatening to a vaccine containing poliovirus, whether it is inactive or live.
- You are allergic to 2-phenoxyethanol or formaldehyde. Neomycin, streptomycin, and polymyxin-B.
If you experienced a severe allergic reaction to the first dose, then you should not get a booster shot.
Tell your doctor about any of the following conditions to ensure that you are safe to receive a polio vaccination:
- A weak immune system can be caused by a disease, a bone marrow transplant, certain medications, or cancer
- A history of Guillain-Barre syndrome or a previous reaction to a vaccine
If you are suffering from a minor cold, it is still possible to receive a vaccination. Wait until you are better if you have a severe illness, such as a fever or infection. You should consult your doctor to determine if you require this vaccine while pregnant or breastfeeding.
How to take Ipol?
This vaccine can be given by injection under the skin (shot) or into muscular tissue. This injection will be given in a clinic or doctor's office.
All children should receive the polio vaccine. Adults can also benefit from the vaccine in certain situations.
- People who have not been vaccinated for polio
- Travelers to areas where polio occurs;
- People who work with poliovirus in a lab or other settings;
- People who treat polio patients
The polio vaccine is administered in series. The total number of shots for children should be four. The first shot should be given to a child when they are 2 months old. The next shots are given at 4, 6, and 18 months.
Adults who are not polio-vaccinated should get three shots. Booster shots are given between 1 and 2 months following the first shot. Then, 6 to 12 months after the second shot No matter how long ago the adult received a previous polio vaccination, they should still receive one or two shots. These guidelines may not apply to your individual booster schedule. You can follow the instructions of your doctor or the schedule set by the state health department.
What happens if I miss the dose?
If you are behind on your booster doses or have missed one, contact your doctor. The next dose should be administered as soon as you can. There is no need to start again.
Ensure you get all the recommended doses. If you don't get the entire series, you may not be fully protected against diseases.
What happens if I overdose?
It is very unlikely that this vaccine will cause an overdose.
What should be avoided?
If your doctor prescribes any restrictions regarding food, beverage, or activity, follow their instructions.
Interaction with other drug
Tell your doctor about any other vaccines that you may have received recently before receiving this vaccine.
The polio vaccine may be affected by other drugs, such as vitamins and herbal remedies. Inform your doctor of all the other medications you take.
