Oral Polio Vaccine
Pack Size : vial of 20 ml Injection
Marketer : Sanofi India Ltd
Salt Composition : Polio Vaccine (NA)
₹275.00
Description
Oral Polio Vaccine is an inactivated polio vaccine (IPV). It protects against the virus that causes polio. Polio is a crippling and potentially deadly infectious disease that causes paralysis (cannot move body parts).
Oral Polio Vaccine is given by injection by a doctor or nurse. It is given as FIPV (Fractional IPV) as a part of the Universal Immunisation Programme in the country. Three doses at 6-10-14weeks of age and a booster dose at 15-18 months of age.
Oral Polio Vaccine may cause mild fever and soreness and redness at the site of the injection for several days. It may also cause vomiting and diarrhea in some children. They do not normally last very long. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worry you.
Before having the injection, you should tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to a vaccine. Some other medicines may react with the polio vaccine so talk to your doctor about other medications you are taking.
- USES
- Polio
BENEFITS
SIDE EFFECTS
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if youre worried about them
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Vomiting
- Fever
- Tiredness
- Decreased appetite
- Unusual crying
HOW TO USE?
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
- SOME OTHER TIPS
- Inform your doctor if you are suffering from a high fever or any acute illness.
- Let your doctor know if you are taking any other medications like immunosuppressants.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or breastfeeding.