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This medication is a vaccine used to prevent polio virus infection in infants and children. It may also be given to adults at high risk for polio infection (e.g., before travel to countries where polio is common, in some health care settings). Polio infection may be mild or severe. Severe infections may damage nerve cells, causing an inability to move (paralysis) in part of the body (e.g., legs, arms, breathing muscles). This vaccine works by increasing the body's natural defense (immunity) against the virus.This injected vaccine is made from inactive/killed virus and does not cause polio.
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IPOL SubQ
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This medication is a vaccine used to prevent polio virus infection in infants and children. It may also be given to adults at high risk for polio infection (e.g., before travel to countries where polio is common, in some health care settings). Polio infection may be mild or severe. Severe infections may damage nerve cells, causing an inability to move (paralysis) in part of the body (e.g., legs, arms, breathing muscles). This vaccine works by increasing the body's natural defense (immunity) against the virus.This injected vaccine is made from inactive/killed virus and does not cause polio.
Notes
- As with all vaccines, this vaccine may not fully protect everyone who receives it.
- Incomplete protection is more likely if you have an immune system problem or are taking medications that affect your immune system.
- See Precautions and Drug Interactions sections.
- If needed, your doctor can check your blood to see how well you are protected from polio infection.
- Contact your doctor for details.
Storage
- Refrigerate between 35-46 degrees F (2-8 degrees C).
- Do not freeze.
- Discard the product if it has been frozen.
- Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
How To Use
- Read the Vaccine Information Leaflet available from your health care provider before receiving each dose of this vaccine.
- If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.This medication is injected under the skin or into a muscle of the thigh/upper arm by a health care professional.
- This medication must not be injected directly into a vein.
- This product should be clear and colorless.
- Before injecting the liquid, check it visually for particles and discoloration.
- If either is present, do not use the liquid.Children receive the vaccine in 4 separate doses.
- The recommended vaccination schedule is a dose at 2 months, 4 months, 6 to 18 months, 4 to 6 years.
- Adults receive 1 to 3 doses depending upon their previous vaccination history and medical condition.
- All doses are given at least 4 weeks apart.
- The vaccination schedule should be followed closely for the best protection.
- To help you remember to receive the vaccine on time, mark your calendar with a reminder.This vaccine may be safely given at the same time as other vaccines, using separate syringes and injection sites.
- Do not mix polio vaccine with other vaccines in the same syringe.
Side Effects
- Redness/swelling/tenderness at the injection site, fever, irritability, and tiredness may occur.
- If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects.
- Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur: fast/slow/irregular heartbeat, weakness.A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare.
- However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Before using poliovirus vaccine, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to neomycin, streptomycin, polymyxin B, 2-phenoxyethanol, or formaldehyde; or if you have any other allergies.Before receiving this vaccination, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: current fever/illness, blood/organ transplant, immune system problems (e.g., HIV infection), severe reaction to any other vaccination.During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.It is not known whether this vaccine passes into breast milk.
- Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
- It is important to receive each vaccination as scheduled and to complete the vaccination series.
- Be sure to make a note of when each vaccination was given for your medical record.
Drug Interactions
- Your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them.
- Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor or pharmacist first.This drug should not be used with the following medication because very serious interactions may occur: efalizumab.If you are currently using the drug listed above, tell your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider before receiving poliovirus vaccine.Before receiving this vaccination, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially: cancer chemotherapy, corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone, dexamethasone), drugs that weaken the immune system (e.g., azathioprine, cyclosporine, methotrexate, tacrolimus).
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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