Poliovirus Vaccine
Common English name: Poliovirus Vaccine
Brand: Ipol
Application: polio
Pharmacological forms of polio vaccine
Pharmacological information on polio vaccine
Dosage and method of polio vaccine
Contraindications to polio vaccine
Use of polio vaccine during pregnancy and lactation
The effect of polio vaccine on driving and working with machines
Drug interactions of polio vaccine
Special warnings and precautions while taking the polio vaccine
Side effects of polio vaccine
Overuse of polio vaccine (drug poisoning)
Storage conditions for the polio vaccine
Pharmacological forms of polio vaccine
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Pharmacological information on polio vaccine
The polio vaccine is used to prevent a specific viral infection called polio virus (polio). The polio virus mainly affects children and is usually spread by person-to-person contact as well as by eating contaminated food or water. Most people with polio have mild or no symptoms. However, some infections can be very serious and can paralyze a part of the body such as the arms, legs or respiratory muscles. There is no cure for polio infection, but it can be prevented by vaccination. The polio vaccine works by boosting the body's immunity to the polio virus.
The polio vaccine is usually a routine vaccination program for infants and children; The vaccine may also be given to adults who have not been vaccinated and who are at risk for polio infection (for example, traveling to countries with a polio outbreak).
Dosage and method of polio vaccine
- Read the package leaflet carefully before starting treatment for the polio vaccine. This brochure will help you to get comprehensive information about the drug and its possible side effects.
- The dose and amount of polio vaccine varies from person to person; Use the medicine exactly as your doctor advised.
- The polio vaccine is given by a specialist. It is usually injected into the arm muscle or under the skin. This medicine should not be injected into a vein.
Contraindications to polio vaccine
Pay attention to the expiration date of the polio vaccine and do not take it if your medicine has expired.
Never give the polio vaccine to another person, even if you have the same symptoms.
Check for drug interactions with the polio vaccine, and if you are using a drug that interacts with this drug, talk to your doctor about using your medications.
Use of polio vaccine during pregnancy and lactation
During pregnancy and lactation, you should not use the drug arbitrarily without consulting your doctor. This medicine can have harmful effects on the fetus or on yourself.
The effect of polio vaccine on driving and working with machines
Injecting polio vaccine for adults can cause dizziness, so be sure to be alert before driving or operating machinery.
Drug interactions of polio vaccine
Drug interactions may alter drug performance and increase the risk of serious side effects. Make a list of all the medicines (including prescription / over-the-counter and herbal medicines) you use and share them with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not change the dose of your medicine without consulting your doctor or stop taking the medicine.
Special warnings and precautions while taking the polio vaccine
Some medications may not be prescribed under certain conditions, and some medications may be prescribed if additional treatment is needed; Therefore, it is best for your doctor to be aware of the following before taking the polio vaccine:
- If your child has recently had an illness or fever.
- If your child has a history of allergic reactions to medication.
- If you have been told that your child's immune system (AIDS, cancer) is weak.
- If the vaccine is prescribed for you (not your child), be sure to tell your doctor if you have any of the above. It is also important that your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
Side effects of polio vaccine
All medications can cause side effects. But many consumers also do not experience any side effects. Some of the side effects go away shortly after taking the medicine. In case of persistent side effects, the physician should be informed:
Pain and swelling or redness around the injection site
Fainting, dizziness, vision changes, numbness or burning and seizures: These side effects are rare after the vaccine is given, but see your doctor right away if you have any of these symptoms.
Important Note: Normally, your doctor or nurse will ask you to wait a few minutes after vaccination to make sure that no adverse reactions to the vaccine occur in you or your child. Although allergic reactions are very rare, you should see a doctor right away if your child develops shortness of breath or any severe swelling or rash after vaccination.
Consult your doctor if you have any other symptoms that you feel may be due to the polio vaccine.
Overuse of polio vaccine (drug poisoning)
Because this vaccine is prescribed and injected by your doctor and specialist for you or your child, there is no possibility of drug poisoning.
Storage conditions for the polio vaccine
Keep the medicine out of the reach of children.
Store the medicine in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight.