Leaflet PREPANDRIX 3.75mcg / 0.5ml suspension and emulsion for injection emulsion

Product code:
W53038001
Quantity:
50
Indicated for:
prevention of influenza
Route of administration:
injectable
Substance:
pre-pandemic flu vaccine (vaccine)
ATC
J07BB02 — Antiinfectives for systemic use | Viral vaccines | Influenza vaccines

Precautions:

Anaphylaxis

Anaphylaxis

Risk of severe allergic reaction. Seek urgent medical help if serious symptoms occur.

Additional monitoring

Additional monitoring

This medicine is subject to additional monitoring.

Refrigerated storage

Refrigerated storage

Store in the refrigerator as instructed in the leaflet.

Protect from light

Protect from light

Store protected from light.

The pre-pandemic influenza vaccine is used to prevent infections caused by influenza virus strains that pose a high risk of causing a pandemic. This type of vaccine is developed based on influenza virus strains identified as having pandemic potential, such as H5N1 (avian flu) or H7N9.

The vaccine contains inactivated viral antigens or protein subunits that stimulate the immune system to produce specific antibodies against these strains. It is administered intramuscularly, usually in two doses, a few weeks apart.

The vaccine is recommended for individuals at high risk, such as healthcare workers, personnel involved in epidemic control, and those working with birds or other susceptible animals.

Common side effects include pain at the injection site, mild fever, fatigue, and muscle aches. The pre-pandemic influenza vaccine is an important preventive measure for reducing the risk of influenza pandemics and protecting public health.

General data about PREPANDRIX 3.75mcg / 0.5ml

Substance:
pre-pandemic flu vaccine
Date of latest medicines list:
01-07-2013
Product code:
W53038001
Concentration:
3.75mcg / 0.5ml
Pharmaceutical form:
suspension and emulsion for injection emulsion
Quantity:
50
Product type:
Original
Prescription status:
S — Medicines dispensed with a restricted medical prescription, reserved for use in certain specialized fields.